The Ray Combest Drug Court is an intensive judicial supervision and treatment program for defendants who have become involved in the criminal courts as a direct result of their substance abusing behavior.  In order to achieve maximum benefit from the program, participants are expected to attend and participate at all court reviews, Strategies for Self Improvement and Change classes, probation appointments or other court ordered requirements of Drug Court.  Graduated sanctions will be imposed for failing to meet court ordered requirements of the Ray Combest Drug Court.  Sanctions are designed to address program violations and assist clients in motivating themselves towards treatment and compliance.  More information on program rules incentives and sanctions can be found by clicking the rules tab.     

The primary benefit of participating in the program is that clients receive intensive substance abuse treatment in a structured framework while under consistent judicial supervision.  Clients will gain skills and insight that will empower them to achieve long-term sobriety and to live a life free from criminal conduct.  Additionally, participants receive probation supervision in a coordinated service delivery approach that views substance abuse and addiction from a treatment perspective. 

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Chief 9th Judicial District Judge T. Peter Craven