Wisconsin's Treatment Courts Prioritize Rehabilitative Needs And Reduce Recidivism

Appleton Post-Crescent, Green Bay Press-Gazette
Mon, 08/14/2023 - 3:05am

Treatment court participant: "I don't think I would be where I'm at today if I did not have veterans court, I guarantee it."

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