City of Henderson Municipal Court
Judge Jeremy C. Cooley
Department 2
ABC

Mission

It is the mission of the ABC Court, within the parameters of the law, to be creative and innovative to design and implement treatment and/or programs that will address the habitual misdemeanor offender in an attempt to terminate recidivism by addressing substance abuse issues, mental health treatment, and life skills training.

Guiding Principles

• ABC Court combines alcohol and other drug treatment services with the justice system.
• The prosecution and defense counsel work together to promote public safety while protecting participants' due process.
• Eligible participants are identified early and may volunteer to participate in the ABC Court program.
• Abstinence is monitored by frequent alcohol and other drug testing.
• ABC Court uses a team strategy to monitor participants' compliance.
• Ongoing judicial interaction with each ABC Court participant is essential.
• Program effectiveness is measured by ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
• Continuing interdisciplinary education promotes effective ABC Court planning, implementation, and operations.
• Building partnerships among ABC Court, public agencies, and community-based organizations creates local support and improves ABC Court's program effectiveness.

Eligibility Criteria

• 18 years or older
• One to two-year commitment to the program
• Habitual Offenders with multiple cases in Municipal Court
• May have multiple felony convictions
• May have unstable living environment
• Must have a history of substance related charges
• Unemployed or under employed
• No arson or sex offenders

Community Partners

• The Beacon of Hope Clean and Sober Living
• Henderson Police Department
• The City of Henderson Deputy City Attorney's Office
• The City of Henderson Public Defender's Office
• The City of Henderson Special Programs and Services Bureau
• Community Treatment Providers and Community Organizations
• Community Counseling Center
• Hopelink
• Henderson Chamber of Commerce

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