LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Michigan’s first ever weapons court is drawing national attention. On Wednesday, judges from Texas came to Lansing to see how the court gives teens caught with guns a second chance.

The weapons court was spearheaded by Ingham County Judge Rosemarie Aquilina. So far, eight kids have graduated from the program, changing their lives for the better.

“We have similar dynamics and similar issues in our community and it really kind of peaked our interest,” said Nueces County Judge Timothy McCoy.

After completing various requirements, the teens felonies become misdemeanors.

“It’s inspired us to want to take what they’ve done here and replicate it to the best of our abilities in our community,” said John Milam, Nueces County Deputy Director of Special Programs.

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