Delinquency Drug Court Eligibility Criteria

  
Screening Eligibility

Must meet the following criteria:

  • 18 years or older
  • Resident of Palm Beach County
  • Parent of child(ren) with a dependency case in Palm Beach County
  • Have an open dependency case and substance use is identified as an issue for the candidate
  • Cases may be accepted into the program for up to five months after the shelter hearing
Exclusions

Individuals who:

  • Are convicted of a sexual offense or have verified findings of sexual abuse
  • Have an extensive history of violent behavior
  • Are using medical marijuana
Acceptance Criteria
  • Parent(s) shall consent to an adjudication of Dependency
  • Must be willing and able to actively participate in all FTC requirements for example substance use treatment and mental health treatment (if applicable)
  • Program is voluntary – parent agrees to participate

NOTE: Cases that do not fully meet the eligibility or exclusionary criteria may still be reviewed. The Family Treatment Court team reserves the right to consider additional relevant information and to make determinations on a case-by-case basis. Final acceptance is in accordance with Section B07 of the manual.

Cristy Altaro
Juvenile Operations Manager
Brandon Richardson
Delinquency Drug Court Case Manager
Email
BRichardson1@pbcgov.org
Phone
(561)355-6624
Fax
(561) 355-7914
Courthouse
Judge Daniel T. K. Hurley Courthouse