Veteran's Court Program

Veteran’s Program

Morgan Superior Court 1

Veteran’s Program

Dakota R. VanLeeuwen, Judge

Mission Statement:

Morgan County Partners with Monroe County Courts which has a Veteran’s Program available for surrounding Counties. This partnership is in order to address the unique circumstances our Veteran’s population may have when coming into contact with the justice system.

Who does the Veteran’s Court serve?

The VTC is for adults who have been charged with one or more misdemeanor or felony criminal offenses and are struggling with persistent substance abuse and mental health issues. The program is a collaboration between the Courts, Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Public Defender’s Office, Probation Department, Jail, and treatment providers.

What is Veteran’s Court?

Problem solving court programs are different than probation. In problem solving courts, positive and negative behavior result in a swift reaction. When you move forward and achieve success, you will be incentivized and recognized by the Court and your fellow participants. If you commit violations, sanctions will be imposed in a graduated manner, which means the severity of the situation and your progress in the program will be factored into the response

Is participation in Veteran's Court mandatory?

If you choose to become a participant, you will be expected to: follow ALL orders of the Court; follow a treatment plan which could include medication management, recovery coaching, case management, and therapy; and fully comply with every facet of these requirements. Our expectation of your participation can be summed up in three basic rules:

1. Show Up

2. Work Hard

3. Be Honest

When and Where is Veteran’s Court?

Veteran’s Court is held every Tuesday afternoon at 8:30 a.m. The address to the Monroe County Circuit Court 301 North College Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana, 47404.

Veteran’s Court Schedule of Fees

Program Fee	$25.00
Monthly User Fee	$50.00 – $150.00 depending on the phase
Urine/ Drug Screens	$10-25 per screen
Confirmatory Sample Testing Fee	$25.00
Public Defender Fee	$400.00

Participants are responsible for the additional costs of treatment, electronic monitoring if applicable,

Participants will work with their case manager to set up on a weekly payment schedule for all fees owed. All outstanding fees must be paid in full to graduate from the program.

Resources:

VA Crisis Line:

Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press1

https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

Veteran’s Benefits

Hours: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday Appointments Required 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed Wednesday

180 S. Main St. (3rd Floor), Martinsville, IN 46151

Phone: (765) 205-1614

Mobile: (765) 913-0879

vsoassist@morgancounty.in.gov