This quick-reference guide is designed for defense attorneys to support effective representation of treatment court participants in various scenarios. Each section highlights current best practices and legal requirements while offering questions and recommendations designed to promote arguments or mitigation in the most common areas of contention. Each section of the guide is followed by references that provide more in-depth information on that topic.

Authors: Jamie Kvistad, J.D., and Heidi Rettinghouse, J.D.

Date: 2025