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Drug courts: current issues and future perspectives.

Caroline S Cooper1

  • 1Justice Programs Office, School of Justice Affairs, American University, Washington, D.C. 20016-8159, USA. ccooper@american.edu

Substance Use & Misuse
|October 30, 2003
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Drug courts, established in 1989, have expanded to over 1300 programs nationwide. This article reviews their evolution, process, findings, and implications for the U.S. justice system.

Area of Science:

  • Criminology
  • Public Health
  • Law and Justice Studies

Background:

  • The drug court model emerged in Miami in 1989 as an alternative to traditional adjudication for drug-related offenses.
  • This innovative approach has seen significant growth, with over 1300 programs currently operational or planned across the United States.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of the evolution and current status of the drug court concept in the U.S.
  • To analyze the drug court process, compare it with traditional adjudication, and discuss key findings and implications.
  • To identify critical unresolved issues impacting the future development of drug courts.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on drug courts.
  • Comparative analysis of drug court processes and services versus traditional adjudication.

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  • Examination of empirical findings and identification of knowledge gaps.

    • Main Results:

    • Drug courts have evolved significantly since their inception, demonstrating widespread adoption across the U.S.
    • The article outlines the distinct processes and services offered by drug courts compared to traditional legal proceedings.
    • Key findings highlight both advancements and areas requiring further research within the drug court framework.

    Conclusions:

    • Drug courts represent a substantial development within the U.S. justice system, offering an alternative to conventional legal processes.
    • The widespread implementation necessitates ongoing study to understand their full impact and address critical issues.
    • Future development hinges on resolving key challenges and further research into their effectiveness and broader implications.