9th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT received ARI funding in July 2013 to expand its drug court model to cover the six counties in the circuit, including Knox (ARI site since April 2011), Fulton (since July 2011), McDonough (since January 2013), Hancock (since January 2017), and Warren / Henderson (since 2019). The problem-solving courts (Drug Courts) within the 9th Judicial Circuit focus on providing substance use disorder treatment and community-based services to individuals with drug-related offenses who would otherwise face a sentence to IDOC.
9th Judicial Circuit drug courts use individualized treatment plans that incorporate Moral Reconation Therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, participant incentives and sanctions, ongoing case management, volunteer opportunities, and pro-social community outings. The 9th Judicial Circuit’s ARI program is responsive to social determinants of health by providing its participants with transportation assistance, personal care products, housing assistance, connection to civil legal aid, and connection to public benefits.
The circuit-wide model, administered by a coordinator, is a partnership between the 9th Judicial Circuit Court Services, the 9th Judicial Circuit Chief Judge, presiding Drug Court Judges, State’s Attorneys, Public Defenders, and treatment providers.
Program contact:
Tye Adair, Program Coordinator, 9th Judicial Circuit ARI
309-575-3040