May 2026. The Chehalis City Council enacted a proclamation, declaring May 2026 Therapeutic Court Month.
Also, on Wednesday October 22, 2025, Chehalis Treatment Court celebrated its first graduate, Daniel Morton.
Presiding Judge Allen Unzelman awarded Daniel Morton his Graduation Certificate along with a plant, which represents sobriety through personal development, resilience, and fresh starts.
The Chehalis Treatment Court (CTC) program was initiated by Chehalis Municipal Court in 2024 with the unanimous support of the Chehalis City Council to support individuals with substance abuse and/or mental health disorders in seeking treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery. The mission of the CTC is to assist individuals with mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders to find recovery, limit their involvement with, and stay accountable to the justice system while growing as productive members of our community.
In its first year, CTC has enrolled 6 participants who are fully engaged in their own individual treatment and recovery plans. With additional referrals to the program coming each month, the program anticipates reaching a capacity of 10 to 15 participants in the coming months.
For additional questions about the Chehalis Treatment Court program, please contact the Judicial Services Director, Jacquelin Butcher at 360-345-3227 or email to municourt@ci.chehalis.wa.us.