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40 verbatim requirements from document (unlisted) [unlisted] CollierDRCTPoliciesManual.
20th Judicial Circuit. Procedural information only; not legal advice.
Verbatim from https://www.ca.cjis20.org/pdf/CollierDRCTPoliciesManual.pdf, harvested 2026-07-25; whitespace normalised only. • Ensure that 100% of participants receive individualized, evidence-based treatment plans (e.g., MAT, CBT, psychiatric appointments) within 7 days of entering the program to support early engagement, address underlying substance use and mental health needs, and reduce the risk of relapse or dropout. • Better the 12-month post-program recidivism rate of alumni by at least 30% as compared to the 12-month post-probation recidivism by non-program individuals with similar charges. • Assist at least 60% (and encourage 100%) of program participants in connecting to community groups such as churches, charitable organizations, civic groups, clubs, sports leagues and the like by the time of graduation. • It is a post-adjudication program, meaning all defendants who enter the program must enter a plea and be sentenced into the program as a special condition of probation. • However, once an individual has been sentenced, they may not voluntarily withdraw from the program without facing a violation of probation. • The first half of the program consists of 5 In-Court phases, totaling a minimum of 12 months, which is then followed by at least 6 months of Aftercare. • The eligibility criteria are as follows: • 18 years of age or older • Resident of Collier County, or willing to reside in Collier County for the duration of the drug court program (minimum of 18 months) o Transfers to or from another Florida county may be possible and are determined on a case-by-case basis • Legally appropriate as determined by the State Attorney o Charged with one or more felony charges of the 2nd or 3rd degree ▪ Charge(s) must not be a sexual or sexually-motivated ▪ Charge(s) must not include sale or trafficking of controlled substance o Must score to 60 points or fewer on scoresheet • Clinically appropriate as determined by the treatment provider o Must undergo a clinical screening to verify a substance use disorder o Must then undergo a clinical assessment to verify need for intensive substance use treatment and capability to complete program. • Assessment must confirm existence of moderate to severe substance use disorder (as well as any other co-occurring disorders) ▪ Any co-occurring mental disorder(s) must be sufficiently stabilized so that participant can manage all program requirements set forth in their Drug Court handbook o Must also undergo a risk/needs assessment to confirm applicant is at a high risk to fail in a less-intensive treatment program, and has a high criminogenic need for treatment of a substance use disorder (and any co-occurring disorder) o Participant must be willing to comply with all rules and requirements set forth in the • Drug Court handbook, and with all treatment recommendations -- 7 of 37 -- 8 • Regarding any medical conditions, participant must be willing to consent to sign all necessary medical releases to allow team members to coordinate care with prescribing physician(s) for physical health, mental health, and substance use disorder needs o FDA-approved medications to assist with treatment for substance use disorder are permitted, so long as participant complies with all rules to obtain and use same lawfully and safely • Participant must be able to comply with all rules set forth in the Drug Court handbook, including attendance at all treatment sessions and self-help meetings, frequent drug testing, payment of restitution to any victims, and maintenance of minimum employment or schooling requirements for each phase • The State shall be responsible for entering all relevant information on pages 1 and 2 of the initial eligibility screening in DCCM. • Lawrence Center shall be responsible for entering all relevant information on pages 3-5 of the initial eligibility screening in DCCM. • The State shall also be responsible for rejecting and accepting pending referrals in DCCM. • DLC shall enter assessments, staffing notes and drug test results. • When a participant is terminated or graduates the State shall be responsible for discharging the participant from DCCM. • The AOC Treatment Court Compliance Officer shall be responsible for all discharge/recidivism tracking and provide annual data to the AOC and David Lawrence Center for grant funding opportunities. • The Collier County Adult Drug Court Team shall be the operational entity of the program, providing a uniform and consistent focus, with the common goal of the participant’s recovery and successful community reintegration. • For example, a new member to the treatment team will need prompt training as to how their treatment role may be adjusted in working with the team, and must be trained in the basics of the criminal justice system, most especially the importance of due process and how each team member must observe it. • Conversely, a new judge, attorney or probation officer will need training about how their role must adjust in the team setting, and will need training in the basics of behavioral health, treatment modalities, the role of medication and also trauma and resiliency. • In addition, every team member must complete a minimum of five (5) hours of continuing training annually, in order to stay current with the evolving best practices in this field. • Participants are required to engage in treatment for a minimum of 12 months, followed by another 90 days minimum of Aftercare, all which supervised by probation. • There are 6 phases that each participant must complete which include various court, treatment and supervision requirements designed to address specific recovery goals while completing their legal sentencing terms. • At the conclusion of the hearing, the Judge will decide what is an appropriate sanction, which may or may not be precisely the sanction that was recommended earlier in the staffing, and will offer the participant the opportunity to accept the sanction to stay in good standing, or to opt into a formal • Drug Court Judge will preside over the Violation of Probation matter to its resolution, unless it appears to the Judge that continued service in that role presents a conflict under the Judicial Canons such that the Judge must recuse and have the matter assigned to another Judge. • Therapeutic Alliance – The David Lawrence Center shall promote initial attendance, engagement and development of an ongoing therapeutic relationship by: a. • Individualized Treatment – Services and supports shall be individualized in accordance with the needs and situation of everyone served: a. • Least Restrictive Environment – Services and supports shall be provided in the most appropriate setting available, consistent with the individual’s safety, protection from harm, and other designated utilization criteria. • Array of Services - Services and supports shall be provided in the most appropriate setting available, consistent with the individual’s safety, protection from harm, and other designated utilization criteria. a. • A range of services shall be available to provide service options consistent with individual need. • Emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual needs shall be addressed during treatment. b. • Each individual shall be provided the least intensive and restrictive treatment, consistent with the individual’s needs, progress, and other designated utilization criteria. d. • To ensure each individual’s access to a range of services and supports within the community, the organization shall maintain effective working relationships with other community resources. • Assistance in accessing transportation, childcare and safe and appropriate housing shall be utilized as necessary for the individual to participate in treatment and rehabilitation services to meet recovery goals. • Assistance in accessing employment, vocational and educational resources in the community shall be offered, in accordance with the individual’s recovery goals. • Family members will be routinely informed of available services, and the program shall demonstrate the ability to effectively engage family members in a recovery process. -- 24 of 37 -- 25 c. • Pharmacological Treatment – When clinically indicated for the person served, pharmacological treatment shall be provided or arranged to ameliorate psychiatric and substance abuse problems. a. • Medical professionals prescribing MAT must be licensed or certified as mandated in Fla. • Participants seeing a medical professional outside of the David Lawrence Center must sign a release of information, so the Drug Court team can freely comminute and coordinate with the outside MAT provider. • Participants who must seek medical attention will be required to inform the treating physician that they are in a substance use disorder treatment program. • Participant is required to sign a release of information for the treatment provider to access records and for continuity of care. • Participants will be required to submit copies of all medical documentation within 48 hours of release from any physician or medical facility.
Ensure that 100% of participants receive individualized, evidence-based treatment plans (e.g., MAT, CBT, psychiatric appointments) within 7 days of entering the program to support early engagement, address underlying substance use and mental health needs, and reduce the risk of relapse or dropout.
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Judge Bell caps motions and responses at 5 pages for UMC hearings and 12 pages for special-set hearings.
Judge Alijewicz requires every motion for attorney's fees and/or costs to attach a document detailing time records — no records, no fee award.
Judge Corlew bars informal contact: every communication with the Court must be in writing, filed with the Clerk, with copies furnished to all parties — and no calls to the JA to schedule or cancel UMC.