VASAP/DUI Intensive Education This is a 10-hour alcohol/drug program for probationers who are at risk of addiction. The goal of this program is for the probationer to make an accurate evaluation of his/her alcohol/drug use, and to make appropriate behavioral changes. Treatment Assessmrnt This is a mandated service depending on the probationer's level of addiction/abuse of alcohol and/or drugs. Treatment programs are conducted at a state approved facility by a licensed substance abuse counselor. Young Offender Program
This program is available to individuals under the age of 21 who have committed a non-driving alcohol-related offense. Participation in the program may allow for either a reduced charge or the dismissal of the original charge. Individuals participate in either a 8 hour education program or are referred to treatment (see above) and an 8 hour treatment education program.. Multiple Offender Evaluations Driver Improvement - A DMV approved basic driver improvement course available to individuals (1) mandated to attend by DMV as a result of an accumulation of points, (2) referred by a court for a traffic violation, or (3) who volunteer to attend to receive positive points.
Driving Suspended Program (Intervention interveiw) Ignition Interlock Additionally, while driving, the offender will be required to give a breath sample while the car is running. If the offender tests positive while driving, the car's horn will sound and its high beam lights will flash on and off. Any tampering with the interlock system by the offender (Class I misdemeanor) will cause the offender to be sent back to court as non-compliant. The offender can be jailed for this tampering, as well as assessed a heavy fine.
*In addition to the service fee, the intervention fee is charged. |