2011 National Drug Court Month

National Drug Court Month
May 2011

"Drug Courts: A Proven Budget Solution"

This May, Drug Courts throughout the nation celebrated National Drug Court Month with the theme, “Drug Courts: A Proven Budget Solution.” From educating the public to influencing policymakers, National Drug Court Month honors the incredible national impact of over 2,500 Drug Courts.

 

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This year, we focused our attention on the monumental societal and economic benefits of Drug Courts. During this time of economic uncertainty we must ensure that Drug Courts are viewed as a proven solution. “Drug Courts: A Proven Budget Solution” encompasses lives saved, families reunited, and communities restored as well as reduced crime and prison costs.

Together we showed the nation that Drug Courts are the most successful and cost effective program in our criminal justice system and must be supported and expanded!

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