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Old 03-21-2008, 02:33 PM
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nandm
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Yes, there are still judges that court order people to AA or AA and diversion are given as part of diversion, and sometimes it is a condition of probation.

My experience with being court ordered was when I was 21 years old. I did not believe I actually had a problem, walked in and saw people twice my age. Stayed for one of the 6 meetings I was supposed to attend and did not return until 15 years later when I was truly beat and ready to quit. So in retrospect the court system did introduce me to AA although I did not stick around until I was ready to quit. Personally because of that I do not feel it is a negative thing. It can plant a seed for future reference for the person being court ordered. Just my humble opinion though.
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