Trauma-Informed Approaches Among the Adult Drug Court Setting

This brief explores trauma-informed practices in adult drug courts, highlighting the roles of judges, attorneys, court managers, case managers, law enforcement, treatment providers, and alumni. It emphasizes the need for all staff to operate from a trauma-informed care (TIC) model, prioritizing safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, empowerment, and cultural considerations. Drawing on the restorative justice movement, this volume addresses the link between trauma and criminal justice in