New Jersey Drug Courts

New Jersey drug courts provide certain non-violent drug offenders an alternative to traditional criminal court. "Drug courts" function within the

New Jersey Superior Court system and keep non-violent offenders out of jail if they follow a highly structured and strictly monitored substance abuse program. The goal is to address an individual's underlying addiction as a way to deter further criminal activity.

Drug Courts are run by a team of professionals aimed at putting non-violent offenders "on the right track." The drug court team typically includes a judge, attorneys, substance abuse evaluators, probation officers and other staff and treatment professionals.

Drug courts focus on rehabilitation by providing individuals in the program treatment for substance abuse along with education, health care and job training. Those in the program must undergo frequent drug tests, make scheduled court appearances and comply with strict rules set forth for their treatment and recovery.

Attorney Tara Breslow has worked with numerous individuals throughout New Jersey, including Monmouth County, Ocean County, Middlesex County and Union County to determine whether the drug court program is right for them, and if so, has helped them get admitted to the program. She is a firm believer that providing an alternative to incarceration enables non-violent drug offenders the opportunity to change the direction of their lives. Drug courts can grant individuals a fresh start by providing them with the tools to succeed under a closely monitored structure. Locking up those facing non-violent drug charges does little to rehabilitate those with underlying drug dependency.

New Jersey Criminal Attorney Tara Breslow has worked with many clients to determine whether they are good candidates for drug courts. She understands the need for a personalized approach facing drug related offenses, and the need to address the underlying dependency issues in an alternative manner.

For more information about drug courts or any other criminal matter, please contact Tara Breslow in confidence for a free consultation.