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Standards, Certification, & Peer Review

Georgia’s state grant funded accountability courts are required by statute to follow state standards. Adherence to standards is monitored through several processes including certification, peer review, and treatment monitoring.

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Certification

All of Georgia's accountability courts must be certified by CACJ to apply for state grant funding.

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Peer Review

All of Georgia's accountability courts are subject to a peer review site visit every three years.

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Treatment Monitoring

State funded accountability courts are also subject to treatment monitoring.

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Report Your Data

Courts must collect and report data to maintain their certification and continue to be eligible for state funding. CACJ gathers court data into a yearly report.

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Funding

To receive state funding, all of Georgia's accountability courts must adhere to state standards and be certified. Additionally, courts must participate in training, peer review, and treatment monitoring.

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Model Courts

CACJ has recognized model courts that can provide extra assistance. You can reach out to model courts to share materials, ask questions, and schedule observations. 

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