Has anyone ever went to drug court and what would be the difference between that and regular court for first o

Answer 1

In my case I was offered the opportunity to complete a drug diversion program. After 6 months of not getting into trouble again, the records of my arrest are permanately sealed and I have no conviction on my record.

Answer 2

There isn't any difference, it's just that drug court is set up specifically to deal with drug-related offenses. It's supposed to increase the efficiency of the court system. If your community HAS drug court, then you don't go to "regular court" if you're charged with a drug-related crime.

Answer 3

I don't know about where you reside, but where I live, drug court was developed to handle just those cases involving petty crime concerning drugs.

There are so many drug-using and selling deadbeat, worthless members of our society that they were backing up the regular court calendars.

So, they instituted drug court to take care of the cases against these losers.

Answer 4

First of all, drug offenders are no less worthy members of our society than people who post hateful flames on the Internet. Second, usually drug courts aim to focus on rehabilitation instead of punishment. First-time and small offenders are likely to have the opportunity to enter a rehab program or support group in lieu of punishment. At least that's what they've done in my state.