"Drug Court Kudos (and some comments)"

From yesterday's St. Clair News Aegis in Alabama:

Last Friday morning my wife and I attended the graduation of the first class from St. Clair County Drug Court.

Drug Court represents a combined effort of justice and treatment professionals to vigorously intercede in an attempt to break the cycle of substance abuse, addiction and crime.

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As recidivism rates for offenders who have graduated from drug courts have been consistently proven to be lower than recidivism rates of offenders who did not take part in a drug court program we should all actively support the program.

It was moving to hear the testimony of the drug court graduates, to see the pride and conviction on their faces and in their voices. It was also an inspiration to see the many leaders of St. Clair County rejoice in these, our neighbors’ success.