NYC Drug Treatment Courts
NEW YORK CITY CRIMINAL COURT: DRUG COURT INITIATIVE
Manhattan Treatment Court (MTC)

Manhattan Treatment Court (Felony)



Mission

The mission of the Manhattan Treatment Court is to break the cycle of drugs, crime, and incarceration for substance-abusing first-time felony offenders in order to improving their quality of life and to reduce the incidence of drug-related crime on the streets and in the homes of New York City. The Manhattan Treatment Court will mandate offenders to appropriate treatment; employ intensive judicial supervision and rigorous case management; utilize a system of graduated sanctions and rewards; and assist with educational, vocational, and medical needs. Through the mutual efforts of the judge, prosecutor, defense bar, clinical staff, and the community-based treatment providers; the Manhattan Treatment Court will use its authority to instill a respect for the law and the community and to help participants create/build a life without drugs.

 

Administration

60 Lafayette Street
New York, NY 10013


Phone: 646.386.4626
Fax: 212.374.1725