By signing this form I acknowledge the following:
I have a substance abuse problem or significant mental health diagnosis for which I am seeking admission to a therapeutic court program.
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I understand that the opportunity to participate in this program is a privilege, not a right. I acknowledge that if I am accepted, there will be rules and responsibilities that I will be expected to follow that will include treatment and frequent drug screens. I understand that I can expect to receive incentives when I progress in the program and sanctions when I do not.
I further hereby grant permission to disclose and deliver to Treatment Court Personnel, Criminal Justice Service Personnel assigned to screening for specialty courts, the Deputy District Attorney assigned to the treatment court, the Legal Defender assigned to the treatment court, and counsel representing me, any and all information contained in this application and any subsequent records from any Salt Lake County Court/District Attorney’s Office. Such information may include my criminal history, medical, mental health, and psychiatric record information. This information is used in reference to decisions related to my involvement and participation in a therapeutic court program.
I swear the statements in this application are true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree that this application shall be used solely for treatment court screening purposes, is part of a plea negotiation and will not be used against me as evidence in a court of law.
If I am an attorney signing on behalf of a client, I attest that I have received the client's authorization to do so and I am acting on their behalf.