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This joint resolution designates May 2025 as Maine Treatment and Recovery Court Month, recognizing the significant impact of treatment and recovery courts in the state. The resolution highlights that Maine currently has 14 treatment and recovery courts, including adult drug, veterans, family recovery, and co-occurring disorder courts, which have served over 2,800 individuals. These courts have demonstrated remarkable success, reducing conviction recidivism rates to 6% compared to 41% for similar individuals not in the program, and saving an average of $16,232 per individual in incarceration and community corrections costs. The resolution emphasizes the courts' comprehensive approach to addressing substance use disorder, improving participants' education, employment, housing, and family stability, while facilitating partnerships between public safety and public health organizations. By recognizing the dedicated efforts of various state departments, organizations, and professionals, the resolution aims to celebrate the courts' role in helping citizens recover from substance use disorder and restore hope to Maine communities.

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?paper=SP0779&snum=132