Veterans Treatment Court

About Veterans Treatment Court

Veterans Treatment Court – Division “V”
Courtroom 52 (Hillsborough County Courthouse Annex, Fifth Floor)

The preferred method for communicating with Veterans Treatment Court – Division “V” is by email at felonydivv@fljud13.org.

If you are a participant and have any questions regarding your case please contact your attorney, the AOC case manager or the Judicial Assistant. The Public Defenders Office can be contacted by phone at 813-272-5980. The AOC Case Manager Ms. Deborah Puello can be contacted by phone at (813) 272-5204 or by email at Deborah.Puello@fljud13.org. The Judicial Assistant Ms. Erin Potter can be contacted by phone at (813) 307-4475 or by email at felonydivv@fljud13.org.

VTC 2025 Court Calendar
VTC 2026 Court Calendar
VTC Phases
VTC Prohibited Substances and Medications

Note: The Judicial Assistant cannot give legal advice or discuss the facts of a case with the parties, nor is the Judicial Assistant permitted to convey information from the parties to the Judge. The opportunity for the parties to address the Judge occurs only in open court.

Forms

Forms	Submission Process
Veterans Treatment Court Prohibited Substances and Medications
Veterans Treatment Court Application	Submit application packet to the Administrative Office of the Courts/ Veterans Treatment Court via email to: VTCapp@fljud13.org Questions can be addressed to the VTC Office at (813) 307-4475.
Veterans Treatment Court Consent Form	If utilizing a VA location outside of Hillsborough County, fill out highlighted areas and submit to VTCapp@fljud13.org
Mentor Application Mentor Background Check Form	Submit an inquiry on the Contact Us section of the mentor website, located here. Once contact is made, you will submit the Mentor Application and the Mentor Background Check Form for processing.

Community Partners

Office of the State Attorney, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit
Address: 419 Pierce Street, Tampa, Florida 33602
Phone: (813) 272-5400
Fax: (813) 274-1623
Link: State Attorney's Office
Office of the Public Defender, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit
Address: 700 E. Twiggs Street, Tampa, Florida 33602
Phone: (813) 272-5980
Fax: (813) 277-1484
Link: Public Defender's Office
Agency for Community Treatment Services, Inc. (ACTS)
Address: 4612 N. 56th Street, Tampa, Florida 33610
Phone: (813) 246-4899
Fax: (813) 621-6899
Link: Acts
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
Address: 1 Crisis Center Plaza, Tampa, Florida 33613
Phone: (813) 964-1964 (Tampa)
Phone: (813) 264-9955 (Brandon)
Link: Crisis Center
Cove Behavioral Health
Address: 4422 East Columbus Drive, Tampa, Florida 33605
Phone: (813) 384-4000
Link: Cove Behavioral Health
Florida Department of Corrections (DOC)
Address: 1313 N. Tampa Street, #219, Tampa, Florida 33602
Phone: (850) 488-2500
Link: DOC
Florida Abuse Hotline
Phone: (800) 962-2873
Fax: (800) 914-0004
Link: Florida Abuse Hotline
Goodwill Industries - Suncoast Inc.
Address: 6800 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, Florida 33614
Phone: (813) 877-3234
Fax: (813) 877-4253
Link: Goodwill
Riverside Recovery
Address: 4004 N. Riverside Drive, Tampa, Florida 33603
Phone: (800) 871-5440
Link: Riverside Recovery
Tampa Crossroads
Address: 5109 N. Nebraska Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33603
Phone: (813) 238-8557
Link: Tampa Crossroads

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate in the ADTC program?

In accordance with the laws of Florida, any person over the age of 18, who is charged with a non-violent offense, who scores a total of 60 points or fewer sentencing points on the Criminal Punishment Code Scoresheet, has a substance use disorder, and is amenable to treatment.

How long is the ADTC program?

The length of the ADTC program depends on the track to which the participant is assigned. The shortest track, Track 4, is designed for individuals assessed as low risk and low need and can be completed in approximately six months. However, the longest track, Track 1, has a structured duration of 14 months. Participants in any track may require additional time if they experience periods of non-compliance.

What do you do in treatment?

Treatment includes group and individual counseling, urine screening, support group participation, and medication management for mental health and substance use disorders. The frequency of services is based on each participant’s needs, but the level of treatment gradually decreases as the participant demonstrates progress.

Is the ADTC program successful?

Yes, the ADTC program is highly effective in helping participants address substance use disorders, reducing recidivism, and supporting participants in becoming productive members of the community.

Can I use medical marijuana while in the ADTC program?

No, the use of medical marijuana or any derivative of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in any form is not permitted while participating in the ADTC program.

Contact Us

Thirteenth Judicial Circuit (Hillsborough County)
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street, Room 605
Tampa, Florida 33602
Phone: (813) 307-4475

VTC Case Managers:
Deborah Puello
Phone: (813) 272-5024
Email: Deborah.Puello@fljud13.org

Joshua Donovan
Phone: (813) 272-6627
Email: joshua.donovan@fljud13.org

Veterans Treatment Court

Veterans Treatment Court

About Veterans Treatment Court

Links

Forms

Community Partners

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate in the ADTC program?

How long is the ADTC program?

What do you do in treatment?

Is the ADTC program successful?

Can I use medical marijuana while in the ADTC program?

Contact Us

Informational Links

Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida