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Jun. 27, 2023

Judge Kay Kuns encourages success in treatment review court

Santa Barbara County judge laments lack of incentive for drug offenders.

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Santa Barbara County Superior Court

SANTA MARIA -- Superior Court Judge Kay S. Kuns understands that in her treatment and review assignment developing a rapport with the participants increases the chances of success.

"It's probably no different from a parental thing," she said.

On a recent afternoon it was not unusual to hear the Santa Barbara County judge give defendants a boost of confidence during their status hea... (continued)

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