CJ 4002 Lecture Notes - Lecture 16: Charles J. Hynes, Dpt Vaccine, Harm Reduction
25 Apr 2017
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Goal is to minimize harms caused by drug abuse, not insist on abstinence. Siting exchange programs exist in a number of cities but they are controversial and federal funding is not allowed. Rst drug court set up in miami in 1989. Developed in response to increased numbers of drug arrests and high recidivism rates for drug offenders. Special courtrooms where a judge oversees long-term drug treatment (12-18 months) Dismissal of charges or reduced sentence if successful completion of the program. Started by da charles hynes in brooklyn ny in 1990. Developed in response to increased numbers of felony drug arrests and high recidivism rates for drug offenders. Targets nonviolent repeat felony drug offenders (including drug sellers) facing mandatory prison sentences - they must have a drug abuse problem. Legal coercion to motivate offenders to enter and stay in treatment. Participants must complete 15-24 months of residential treatment. Charges dismissed after completion of the program.
