Drug abuse

The defendants then must take their chances in criminal court, including potential conviction and prison time.

Drug court recognizes the process of recovery, Jaquette said.

Under the normal criminal justice process, people would go to jail and likely get out without meaningful treatment.

"This program understands that there will be relapses and intermediate consequences," Jaquette said.

But that doesn't mean it's easy.

"Generally, it's easier to just do your time and get back on the street," Jaquette sad.

"It's one of the things that people learn." Reporter Jim Haley: 425-339-3447 or haley@heraldnet.com.

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