Rhode Island S3099 changes the term of drug court to recovery court.

Rhode Island S3099 amends the term of drug court to recovery court, establishing a new magistrate position within the superior court. The recovery court magistrate will be appointed by the presiding justice with the advice and consent of the senate. This magistrate will oversee the adult drug recovery court, combining coercive powers with therapeutic regimens to rehabilitate drug-addicted defendants. The magistrate will have the authority to impose incarceration and confinement for violations of court conditions. The act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S3099 changes the term of drug court to recovery court.

Rhode Island S3099 amends the term of drug court to recovery court, establishing a new magistrate position within the superior court. The recovery court magistrate will be appointed by the presiding justice with the advice and consent of the senate. This magistrate will oversee the adult drug recovery court, combining coercive powers with therapeutic regimens to rehabilitate drug-addicted defendants. The magistrate will have the authority to impose incarceration and confinement for violations of court conditions. The act takes effect upon passage.