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Accountability: Recovery and Public Safety Can Coexist
Principle 3
A diagnosis of substance use disorder (SUD) does not excuse criminal behavior, eliminate responsibility for complying with court orders, or diminish the justice system’s obligation to protect victims and the public. Individuals who appear in court remain responsible for their behavior. Courts must enforce lawful orders. Prosecutors must consider public safety. Law enforcement must protect communities. Community supervision professionals must monitor compliance and respond when conditions are violated.
Put another way, the justice system must establish guardrails to promote…
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