Denton County veterans rehab program awarded $1 million in federal funds

Denton County’s veteran substance use and mental health court program received nearly $1 million in funds from the U.S. Department of Justice. The Denton County Veterans Treatment Court is a program that provides specialized therapeutic treatment and support to criminal defendants who are military veterans. It focuses on counseling and treatment of underlying conditions rather than punishment, with the aim to reduce recidivism. The $994,000 grant will allow the program to add a second court docket. This will increase the total participants from 50 to 70. It will also expand access to substance use treatment and add post-traumatic stress disorder treatments like eye movement desensitization. How the program works Denton County Veterans Treatment Court is available to those who are in active duty, reserves, the National Guard or honorably separated from military service. The veteran must have a criminal case or charge pending in Denton County. They must be suffering from an injury, disorder or trauma occurring during or resulting from military service. To apply, the veteran or their attorney can contact program manager Evelyn Anderson at 940-349-4387, or complete the online form . The District Attorney’s Office approves applications. Once in the program, the veteran must enter a plea of guilty to the accused offense. The veteran will report to their probation officer or mentor weekly, and comply with monitoring, testing and counseling requirements. Their progress is reviewed weekly. Once the veteran has completed the program, they can file to have their charge expunged from their record. Wake Up with the DR-C: Get today's headlines in your inbox Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Error! There was an error processing your request. Wake Up with the DR-C Please enter a valid email address. Sign up Manage your lists