There is a question as to whether misdemeanors will be dropped to infractions. Additional information is needed on how many misdemeanors would be involved and how we currently deal with them. Conditions on violations of treatment agreement need to be relayed. Some courts think the drug court model is working, and does not need to change. There is a need to challenge judges to change and expand the drug court concept.
Judges have a great impact on clients and their families.
It would be helpful if judges could get clients involved in the dialogue regarding their treatment. There is a lack of consistency across municipalities regarding how drug offenses are dealt with. Los Angeles has 300 courts. Some counties use one court. Definition of common terms will help reduce emotional tensions.