Discussion: Veteran's Court
Specialty courts have been created around the country as an alternative to traditional prosecution of cases. These courts focus on mental health, substance abuse, young adults, or other specialized groups, creating a specific community-based treatment program to rehabilitate offenders. Veterans courts have become more popular as a way to treat non-violent, veteran offenders without incarceration. Watch the YouTube video "One court that gives veterans a second chance". In a two page reflection, compare and contrast the veteran court experience with the traditional court system. What are the benefits of each system, both from the offender's standpoint as society's?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.