Therapeutic Courts in the Alaska Court System

Authors

• Barbara Armstrong

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Description

Therapeutic courts — often called “problem-solving courts” or “wellness courts” — have been a growing component of the U.S. court system since the 1990s. This article provides an overview of the development of Alaska Court System therapeutic courts, and describes the 12 therapeutic courts currently operating in Alaska as well as proposed pilot project courts. Includes a bibliography.

Publication Date

12-23-2016

Keywords

Alaska Court System, alcohol & alcohol abuse, courts, driving under the influence (DUI), driving while intoxicated (DWI), drugs & drug abuse, therapeutic courts, veterans

Recommended Citation

Armstrong, Barbara, "Therapeutic Courts in the Alaska Court System" (2016). Vols 31-36 (2014-2019). 33.
https://scholarworks.alaska.edu/uaa_ak_justice_forum_31-36/33

Handle

http://hdl.handle.net/11122/7339