"San Francisco Drug Cop Scandal: Cases Dismissed as Users Fail to Appear in Court"

San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins has charged three drug users with misdemeanors under a policy to send them to an alternative court for treatment. However, none of the defendants have appeared in court, resulting in warrants for their arrests. Critics argue that pushing drug users into treatment through law enforcement interventions may not be effective, considering the challenges they face such as homelessness and mental illness. The citywide crackdown on drug markets has also faced criticism for potentially increasing the risk of overdose deaths. Jenkins defends her approach, emphasizing the importance of saving lives and addressing the drug crisis in the city.