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This bill amends existing Mississippi law to authorize municipalities that already operate a municipal drug court to also establish a Municipal Veterans Treatment Court, which is a specialized court program designed to help veterans who are involved in the criminal justice system due to issues stemming from their military service, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, depression, or substance abuse. The bill clarifies that circuit court judges can establish Veterans Treatment Courts, and now, municipal court judges in municipalities with a municipal drug court can also establish these specialized courts for veterans, allowing them to receive treatment and accountability for their offenses. The legislation outlines eligibility requirements, the process for participation, and the administrative oversight and funding mechanisms for these courts, emphasizing that participation is not a right but is at the court's discretion.

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