In finding solutions for the many pressing issues encountered during the pandemic, Problem-Solving Court Coordinator Doug Stanton and Probation Officer Ross Tomjack immediately began researching  potential alternatives for chemical testing of participants while social distancing. Through literature review, interviews with sweat patch providers, and consultation with experts in the field of drug testing, Having satisfied their professional curiosity regarding the efficacy of the testing method, they rapidly moved forward with use of sweat patches to conduct ongoing tests for the use of illegal chemical substances in probationers and problem-solving court participants.

Doug and Ross, your research benefited the full system and led to an increased utilization of sweat patch testing based on your objective review of their trustworthiness.

Doug Stanton on being named an Everyday Hero