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1. What is a Veterans Treatment Program?

Veterans Courts are programs specifically designed for those service members with a service related injury. Or, with a disorder that results in being charged with a crime. Many are also struggling with substance use and/or drug use. The focus is placed on counseling and treatment of underlying conditions rather than on punishment. The ultimate goal of the court is to provide a pathway within the criminal justice system to get our combat veterans’ new lives back on track.

2. How do I apply to the program?

• The veteran, or their attorney, should contact the Program Manager, Tami Russell, at 940-349-2189
• Or complete the online email form
• Complete the Veterans Treatment Court Program Application Booklet

3. What are some of the criteria for admittance into Denton County Veterans Treatment Court?

• Active duty, Reserves, National Guard or separated from military service (Honorable, General Under Honorable conditions)
• Suffer from an injury, disorder, or trauma occurring during or resulting from military service
• Criminal case/charge pending in Denton County
• Must submit to veterans court screening
• District Attorney’s office has final approval

4. What happens in Veterans Court?

• The veteran will enter a plea of guilty to the offense and is ordered into the treatment court
• Initially, the veteran will report to probation/mentor at least once a week
• Must comply with monitoring/testing/counseling requirements
• The veterans progress is reviewed weekly by the treatment team
• Once the program is completed the charge will be available for expunction