Treatment Courts

Klamath County Circuit Court offers several treatment court programs to meet specific needs of the community. Treatment courts are managed by team of judicial system and community partners, led by a Judge, working together to provide wrap-around services to help participants improve their health and avoid future criminal charges. In general, eligibility for these programs require Klamath County residency and District Attorney’s Office approval.

The Community Wellness Court (CWC) program is a voluntary four phase program lasting a minimum of one year. The CWC provides intensive court monitoring of participants with diagnosed substance use conditions. CWC program participants undergo clinically prescribed individual treatment programs, consisting of individual and group counseling, frequent drug testing, attendance in support and skills groups, and regular court appearances. The goal of the program is to promote participants’ successful completion of prescribed treatment and life skills programs through the accountability provided by the Court. Successful participants are able to move forward in life free of the health, social, and criminal problems caused by substance use. Most criminal charges and ordered probations are dismissed upon program graduation.

The Behavioral Intervention Court (BIC) is a specialized mental health treatment court, designed to increase access to and engagement in treatment and to reduce criminal activity by persons with a qualifying mental health diagnosis. Participants are required to fully engage in individually prescribed treatment and supportive services and regularly report to the judge. A program goal is to assist participants in achieving stability and the most trouble free lives possible. Success in BIC may result in a reduction to the length of participants’ probationary periods or participants may avoid conviction on deferred charges.

The Klamath County Veterans Treatment Court is a voluntary program available exclusively to persons who have previously served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, Reserves or National Guard. Veteran participants undergo a full benefit review to ensure receipt of all eligible benefits. Participants that are not eligible for VA benefits, but have served in a military capacity, are directed to participating treatment programs including participants with tribal considerations. Program goals include restoration of health, stability, and wellness for the Veteran participant.

The Klamath County Veterans Treatment Court also provides a volunteer Veteran Mentor that offers support throughout the program. Mentors are well equipped with lived experiences and training to understand day-to-day challenges and navigate through the court and treatment process.

As with all Klamath County treatment courts, participants will report to the judge who will encourage positive progress or respond to compliance problems as indicated. Program goals include restoration of health and wellness for the Veteran participant. A variety of charge reduction or dismissal options are used in the Klamath County Veterans Treatment Court. Please consult with your attorney to discuss your options.

Klamath County Veterans Treatment Court is held every other week (2 times per month) and is a requirement of participation.

Does Klamath County Veterans Treatment Court make a difference?

Former Participants Experience:

Graduate Sept. 2024

“I am not ashamed of my struggles, but I'm not proud of how much I let it go and the damage that's caused to my loved ones and myself. I'm truly grateful for this program. I have become a better person because of it."

Graduate Nov. 2024

“I deeply appreciate Veterans Court and the opportunity it provides for veterans like me. I value its holistic approach to addressing the root causes of our struggles, and I am especially grateful to the court for believing in me when I didn't believe in myself. That support gave me the strength to grow and rebuild my life."

“Veterans Court has been a turning point for me, and I will carry the lessons I've learned here for the rest of my life. I'm leaving this program stronger, more resilient, and deeply committed to living a meaningful life that reflects everything I've overcome."

Veterans Administration Eligibility Questionnaire

(Required for a full benefit review to ensure receipt of all eligible benefits.)

Klamath County Veterans Treatment Court Participant Handbook

Oregon Veterans Benefits (Updated Annually)

Veterans Crisis Line Dial: 988 then press 1

Veterans Crisis Line Website