Pierce Cohalan, praises recent graduates of the Suffolk County Veterans Drug Court in November. His cases were picked up by the Suffolk County Veterans Treatment Court, which specializes in helping veterans overcome drug and alcohol addiction through rehabilitation courses and mental health treatment so veterans can avoid jail time. Pryer received a second chance after entering the treatment court in 2019 following his first brush with the law and, after his 2022 weapons violation, came back to the treatment court. Left with limited choices, she reluctantly accepted drug court treatment but had no intention of warming up to counselors. (Photo courtesy of Dayton Daily News)Camaraderie Key to SuccessKeeping with military tradition, Suffolk County treatment court volunteers know trust is earned through having another veteran’s back.

Source: CNN January 05, 2026 12:00 UTC