Government
Apr. 23, 2013
San Francisco opens court to aid military veterans
San Francisco's new "Veterans Justice Court" is dedicated to former military personnel who have been charged with nonviolent alcohol or drug-related felonies and misdemeanors. It joins nine similar programs around California.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
SAN FRANCISCO - On a recent Wednesday afternoon in San Francisco County Superior Court, an Army infantry veteran patiently waited to hear a judge's evaluation of his efforts to overcome substance abuse. When he stood, the whole courtroom applauded, and a staffer offered him a piece of candy.
"Let's congratulate Mr. Davis for full compliance," said Judge Braden C. Woods, who handles ...
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