Pubdate: Thu, 03 May 2007
Source: Maui Weekly (HI)
Copyright: 2007, Maui Weekly
Contact:  http://www.mauiweekly.com
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/2345
Author: Grace Agapay

ANTI-DRUG BOOT CAMP

Hawai'i's drug problem has increased significantly throughout the 
last decade. The Maui Drug Court's current programs are not enough to 
reduce the drug problems we have on the island.

Although studies have concluded boot camps have not shown significant 
impacts on participants and they have substantial costs to society, I 
believe the Maui Drug Court should include a boot camp that focuses 
less on military and physical training, and includes a greater focus 
on education, counseling and employment. Why? Because other states 
with similar programs found significant improvements in lowering 
recidivism rates and costs, and in participants' behavior and attitudes.

Wisconsin's Challenge Incarceration Program, Nevada's High Step Boot 
Camp and O'ahu's Adult Drug Court Program have successfully helped to 
lower recidivism rates. Boot camps have also helped once drug 
offenders become more productive members of society--at a lower cost 
than keeping them in prison.

Maui should vote to add boot camp in drug courts!

Grace Agapay

Pukalani
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