- To assist the drug court in providing tangible rewards to offenders in a way that is transparent and supports the practices of the program;
- To provide a link between the community and the drug court by being the key group for the tangible rewards scheme, steering fundraising efforts and ensuring a successful collaboration between local charities, corporates and the drug court;
- To discuss issues of concern such as criticisms, and ensure appropriate rewards are acquired through communication with the public, the Chief Magistrate and Community Corrections.
- To be a positive promoter of the therapeutic justice courts operating in Tasmania in order to increase public awareness and muster local support;
- To operate as a partner with the Magistrates Court with respect to the promotion of the drug court; and
- To operate within the rules and procedures of the Law Society and other relevant laws and regulations.
For more information about Court Mandated Diversion, Just Desserts and how you can support this initiative, please see our briefing papers below:
Just Desserts Briefing Paper - Court Mandated Diversion.docx
Just Desserts Briefing Paper - Rewards and Incentives.docx
Just Desserts Drug Court Incentives Group Briefing Paper.docx