As used in this chapter, "problem solving court" means a court providing a process for immediate and highly structured judicial intervention for eligible individuals that incorporates the following problem solving concepts:
- (1) Enhanced information to improve decision making.
- (2) Engaging the community to assist with problem solving.
- (3) Collaboration with social service providers and other stakeholders.
- (4) Linking participants with community services based on risk and needs.
- (5) Participant accountability.
- (6) Evaluating the effectiveness of operations continuously.
As added by P.L.108-2010, SEC.4.