FRANKFORT, Ky. (WMDJ) – The Johnson County Drug Court has attained certification from Kentucky Specialty Courts based on its use of best practices to create optimal conditions for participant outcomes.

“It’s a testament to how hard the Specialty Court has worked and continues to work to help those in need,” said Johnson County District Court Judge D. Brett Butcher, who volunteers his time to serve as the county’s Drug Court judge. “Their dedication and efforts deserve all the credit for this accomplishment. I’m happy to play a role in this outstanding program.”

Kentucky Specialty Courts certification efforts started in 2023 with the Supreme Court’s adoption of amended rules in the Supreme Court order.

Johnson County is among nine counties across the state to obtain this certification. The goal is for all Drug Court programs to become certified and Kentucky to be nationally recognized for its certification process.