Drug Courts are fantastic programs considering any political standpoint you may hold. Not only do they improve the livelihood and well-being of offenders, but the State saves a considerable amount of taxpayer money and strain on community resources.
Compared to a defendant given a prison sentence, Drug Court clients are less likely to re-offend and relapse. This protects both the community from crime and reduces the cost on the local police and the local court system.
Drug Courts would be worth an extra cost, but the truth is that they actually save money. The strain is reduced on community healthcare services is reduced, thereby saving $12 for every $1 invested in a drug court program.
For more details, and to meet the local members of the Johnson County and Linn County drug courts, please follow the link below: