Participants

Note to Participants:
As a participant of the MCVTC you are expected to follow through with treatment, volunteer service, self-helps or whatever obligations set by the court. You are not however, expected to do it alone. The VTC Team & Staff are here to serve you. That doesn't mean we are going to do all the work. It means that we will do everything within our power to help you get the help you need to better your life, and in turn better the lives of those around you.  Even after completion of the program you are more than welcome to join the weekly group sessions. We are proud of you for taking initiative by joining the Veterans Treatment Court. Good luck!


-Best Regards
The VTC Team
Welcome!
Court Schedule
VTC is open to the public. We always welcome guests to our court sessions. Court is held every Tuesday in the DIV I courtroom. Court begins at 1:45 pm. ​


VTC Skills for Life:
Tues @ 12:00 pm - DIV I Courtroom

VA Group:
Tues @ 12:00 PM - DIV I Courtroom

Potential Participants
If you are interested in applying for the VTC you must go through your attorney.
What To Bring To Case Management: 
Your requirements must be completed before your next case management meeting unless other wise specified by Judge Goble. 
​1. A record of your Self-Helps
Phase 1:  Four per week
Phase 2:  Three per week
Phase 3:  Three per week
Phase 4:  Three per week
**Self-Helps may change due to individual court requirements**
2. A record of Public Service
​If you are not employed full-time or attending school full-time, you must complete a minimum 10 hours of community service per week. 
3. Other Court Requirements
If you have been told to accomplish something by the court, be prepared to have results or evidence of progress at your next case management or deadline.
Download VTC documents here by selecting the document title
​Submit all documents in a timely manner to keep up with court requirements and avoid sanctions. 
You will receive a handbook upon acceptance into the program at your initial intake with an administrator. Your attorney should go over the handbook and court expectations with you before you agree to join VTC.
This is for you to document your self-helps and return to your administrator as often as required  by your own VTC phase standing.
Specific - Measurable - Achievable - Relevant - Timely - these are the qualities of a successful goal. Participants utilize this method to map out self-helps. 
This is for you to document your volunteer service and return to your adminstrator as often as required  by your own VTC phase standing.
Travel requests must be submitted two weeks (14 days) prior to the trip. Curfew extensions (please use the same form) are due one week (7 days) prior to the requested date. Requests are approved based on Phase standing and program compliance. ​
SCRAM Remote Breathalyzer Device
What is a SCRAM device and do I have to have one?
A SCRAM (Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring) is a portable device provide by the court to all participants to constantly monitor their alcohol intake. SCRAM RBs or Remote Breath devices are required for all participants during Phases I & II of the program . This particular form of alcohol monitoring requires the user to blow into the device which records their blood alcohol level, location, and an image of the user's face.


What should I do if I am having SCRAM issues?
Contact your administrator immediately if you are experiencing any issues with your SCRAM device. If it is a weekend or holiday, send an email to your court administrator and contact your mentor immediately to explain and document the situation. It is important that you self report so that something does not come up later that reflects poorly on your SCRAM record. If your device starts working again, self-initiate a test. If you are experiencing technical difficulties, bring the device to your court administrator as soon as possible to be issued a new one. Remember to charge your device and keep it safe. ​
Why Join?
The Veterans Treatment Court is not a way out of charges and it is not easy. The VTC is at minimum twelve months of combined treatment and life skills. Participants are placed in  a setting among their peers, veterans and active duty soldiers, to address the issues that have lead them to the criminal justice system.  

VTCs are specialized to better understand the affects of military service on our nation's veterans. Program paths are chosen based on mental illness diagnosis, like PTSD or TBI, and/or substance abuse. This program gives those individuals the skills to control those issues, and better the lives of themselves and their families. 

Although it may be difficult, this program can make all the difference in a service member's life. 
"Who Moved My Cheese" a short story by Dr. Spencer Johnson
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