Veterans Treatment Court

Providing resources to justice-involved veterans

Project Overview

  • To develop policies and procedures grounded in evidence-based practices to support the implementation of a Veterans Treatment Court in East Baton Rouge Parish
  • To reduce time spent in jail by establishing interagency protocols to quickly identify veterans and enroll eligible participants in the Veterans Treatment Court
  • To utilize emerging social media technology to engage the community, enhance community/police relations, and elicit investigative support by residents.

Award Amount

$700,000

Grant Term

48 Months

Start Date

October 1, 2022

Funding Source

Bureau of Justice Assistance

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