ADULT DRUG COURT

MISSION

The 21st Judicial District Court Drug Court Program is dedicated to reducing recidivism and improving the quality of life for individuals struggling with substance use disorders, their families, and the community. Through judicial supervision, treatment services, accountability, and a multidisciplinary team approach, the program promotes recovery while enhancing public safety.

ABOUT THE DRUG COURT PROGRAM

The Drug Court Program is an intensive probation and judicially supervised substance use treatment program designed to provide eligible participants with an alternative to traditional criminal justice sanctions. Admission into the program requires participants to meet established eligibility criteria and enter a guilty plea to their current charges.

The Honorable Judge Charlotte H. Foster presides over the Livingston Parish Drug Court Program, and the Honorable Judge Erika W. Sledge presides over the St. Helena and Tangipahoa Parish Drug Court Program.

Louisiana’s Drug Court Statute is R.S. 13:5304

Louisiana Supreme Court Drug and Specialty Court Program

OFFICE

Physical Address: 12047 Old Baton Rouge Hwy., Hammond, LA 70403

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 788, Amite, LA 70422

Office: (985) 747-6766

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (closed from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for lunch)

Elyse Saunders, Receptionist

NOTE FOR ONLINE COURSES:

REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED DUE TO AN ERROR ON YOUR PART!