Could a specialized 'gun court' help curb violence in Baltimore? Some elected officials hope so. – Baltimore Sun

Baltimore officials and politicians are considering setting up what's known as a gun court in the city to expedite prosecution of minor gun-related charges in an effort to divert those charged into programs that offer resources and support services instead incarcerating them, much like drug court.

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