Deseret News | Reader comments: 'Better on other side' — 3 men celebrate their graduation from new Probation Drug Court

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'Better on other side' — 3 men celebrate their graduation from new Probation Drug Court

Janey | 1:49 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008

Hey guys I hope with all my heart that this will stay with you forever. Stay strong, stay cool. I admire you so much for getting through one of the toughest challenges in the world. Kudos!

Benjamin | 9:47 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008

The drug court programs have been very succesful at rehabilitating addicts. This is a much better solution than jail time and should be expanded.

Will | 10:33 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008

This is what "corrections" is all about. I always get a chuckle when I drive by the Point of the Mountain and see a "State Corrections" sign. Prison does not correct. Prison punishes. I am not saying there is not a need for that, only lets call it what it is. Calling an apple an orange doesn't change the flavor. Prison makes better crimnals, correction changes behavior. My hat's off to the 4th district court for taking a chance on this and also to the men who had the courage to not give up. Good luck to you all.

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Bret | 10:40 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008

You guys are the real heros in what really matters in life.

Steve S | 12:34 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008

Congratulations guys! This is a real accomplishment, and shows your inner strength to do amazing things now in your lives. You will have a special empathy for others struggling with additions and can mentor in a way not possible without your experiences. Good luck in all you do. May the Lord continue to bless you in your lives as you make wise choices. There are a lot of family and friends that are extremely proud of you and your inner strength to overcome life's challenges.

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Heather Lewis, case manager for drug court participants, hugs Dan Staheli at his graduation from the Probation Drug Court program on Friday. The new program was designed to help offenders with less-than-stellar records.

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