Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC): Australian approaches to drug-crime diversion
This paper describes the five main types of drug-crime diversionary programs currently in use across Australia. The continuum of opportunities for minimising the progress of offenders through the criminal justice system or diverting them out altogether is described, along with some examples of diversionary measures. The key stages for drug crime diversionary interventions are: pre arrest; pre trial; pre sentence; post conviction at sentencing; and pre release from detention or gaol.
National Drug Strategy: Illicit Drug Diversion Initiative
Information about diversion, COAG (Council of Australian Governments) frameworks, reports, media statements and State programs
National Diversion Initiative Jurisdictional Workshops
Announcement of this initiative
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Calderdale Youth Offending Team
The website of the UK Calderdale Youth Offending Team which is a one-stop shop for all young offenders. The Youth Offending Team provides a national training programme which emphasises strategic partnership.
California Drug Court Project
Contains background information, reports on news of drug courts, other resources, etc.
The Glasgow Drug Court in Action: The First Six Months
This report presents the findings from a formative and process evaluation of the Drug Court’s operation in the first six months. The aim was to document the operation of the Drug Court during this initial period with a view to identifying any changes that might be required to enhance its operational effectiveness. 2002 (720Kb pdf file)
National Criminal Justice Reference Service: Drug Courts
Resources related to drug courts.
National Drug Court Institute (NDCI)
This links to the website of the NCDI which contains information on drug courts links to further resources, factual information, publications on the drug court system, etc. The NCDI also provides a comprehensive drug court training series for practitioners, supports investigative projects aimed at the development of more effective drug court policies and procedures and disseminates important drug court specific research, evaluations and relevant commentary.
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