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Special Programs

The New York City Criminal Justice System, like any large bureaucracy, is always looking for ways to improve its "results".  Depending on how your define "results" the Courts may be successful or not.  Here a few of the special programs that have arisen.

Special Programs of interest

Drug Programs and Drug Court - Drug addiction in New York City is a plague that affects many people who find themselves caught up in the criminal justice system.  Far from an easy way out, drug programs are also more difficult to obtain than most realize.  Drug programs are a serious business and those who don't take them seriously may well find themselves back in jail.

Gun Court - Queens has followed Brooklyn's lead in creating a special court just to handle illegal gun charges.  Learn about the this new "boutique court" in Queens and why it might not be as great an idea as it sounds.

Car Forfeiture for DWI and Reckless Driving - Learn how the New York City Police Department uses an ancient and obscure rule of law to line take cars from people accused of Driving While Intoxicated and Reckless Driving.

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