POLK COUNTY, WI —The Polk County Treatment Court proudly announced the graduation of Jaime from the program. The ceremony, presided over by the Honorable Judge Jeffery Anderson, marked a significant milestone not only for Jaime, but also for the Polk County community.
Jaime entered the program in 2024, a time when she struggling to maintain sobriety. Jaime hoped the program could help her strengthen her family relationships, make new connections, and become someone that she was proud of. Since being in the program, Jaime has become a great leader and member in the sober community; she started a crystal meth anonymous meeting and works as a tech at a treatment center. She has also strengthened her relationships with her family–who were in attendance to watch her graduate–and become someone that she is proud of. Throughout Jaime’s time in Treatment Court, she has been able to maintain stable housing and full-time employment, and learned to live without chaos.
“Though,” noted Judge Anderson, tongue-in-cheek. “Until we met Jaimie, we didn’t know that chaos could be a person.”
At the graduation hearing, Judge Anderson also acknowledged her progress and the commitment it took to reach this point.
“Treatment Court is an intense program that demands honesty, sobriety, community service, responsibility for financial obligations and plans, and overall accountability. Our participants often hear me mention that this program is an opportunity for them to change their lives, not just for themselves, but for their families, loved ones, and community.”
Another graduate also spoke on Jaime’s progress.
“I knew you when you were an active addict. We ran in the same circles of people frequently. You’re so far removed now from that lifestyle, and that’s what this program gives you. The progress that I’ve seen and the work that you do in the center has been absolutely remarkable.”
The Polk County Treatment Court team, which includes representatives from the district attorney’s office, public defender’s office, probation, jail staff, and treatment providers, joined in applauding Jaime’s achievements.
“Do you have thoughts for the individuals who hope to be seated where you are sitting today?” Judge Anderson asked.
“My life has completely changed,” replied Jaimie. “I am so much happier. I’m going to keep doing what I’m doing and I’m going to be fine.”
By graduation, Jaime had attended over 55 treatment court status hearings, attended over 435 support meetings, gave 262 negative drug and alcohol tests. Throughout her time in treatment court, completed over 60 hours of community service, and was 429 days sober in the program.
About Treatment Court:
The Polk County Treatment Court is a program of the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC). The mission of the Polk County CJCC is to reduce crime and recidivism in Polk County through programming such as the Treatment Court, which aims to reduce the destructive cycle of substance use and mental health disorder.
Last Update: Sep 16, 2026 2:15 pm CDT
