The resolution urges the New Jersey Supreme Court to change the terminology used in its publications from "Drug Court" to "Recovery Court" when referring to the treatment program established under N.J.S.A.2C:35-14. This program, which provides a treatment-based alternative to incarceration for nonviolent drug and alcohol-dependent individuals, has been in place since 1996 and was expanded in 2012. The current terminology, while widely used, is seen as misleading and limiting, as it emphasizes drug abuse without acknowledging alcohol and fails to highlight the recovery aspect of the program.

The resolution points out that the term "Drug Court" is not found in the relevant statute and suggests that its continued use may carry negative connotations. By adopting the term "Recovery Court," the resolution aims to better reflect the program's focus on rehabilitation and recovery for participants. The General Assembly requests that copies of this resolution be sent to the Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court and the Administrative Director of the Courts to facilitate this change in terminology.