In accordance with the mandate from Governor Kemp and Chief Justice Melton, DeKalb County Superior Court Chief Judge Asha Jackson has issued an order suspending all non-essential court functions. Magistrate Court has thus altered certain court operations.
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Program Statistics
The MMHC has admitted more than 800 participants since inception and more than 500 have successfully completed the program. The average monthly program enrollment goal is approximately 30 – 45 participants due to their higher risks, higher needs status.
All participants in the Misdemeanor Mental Health Court must have a mental health diagnosis. Many have co-occurring substance usage and alcohol abuse issues as well. The average diagnostic breakdown for MMHC active participants is as follows: