Established in January 2018, the Kane County Veterans Treatment Court offers veterans who find themselves caught up in the criminal justice system a second chance through comprehensive treatment programs and close supervision.
Kane County Veterans Assistance Commission Asst. Superintendent Nate Johnson shared a quote from the singer Jelly Roll with both men as an inspiration for the future: "The windshield is larger than the rearview mirror for a reason. What lies ahead is far more significant than what's behind you."
At the graduation ceremony, both men were also honored with a quilt from the organization Illinois Quilts of Valor (https://www.qovf.org/state-coordinators/illinois/), a challenge coin and a recognition pin. Yet, the biggest reward came at the conclusion of the event when a Kane County judge officially dismissed their cases.
The graduation ceremony serves as a reminder of the commitment of the Kane County community to honor the service of veterans and provide them with the assistance they deserve.
Kane County offers a total of four specialty courts including an Adult Drug Court, DUI Court and a Treatment Alternative Court. For more information on these initiatives, visit the Kane County Specialty Courts website at http://courtservices.countyofkane.org/Pages/Specialty-Courts.aspx.
To learn more about the services offered through the Kane County Veterans Assistance Commission, go to their website at https://www.kanecountyil.gov/Pages/veterans.aspx.
