Traffic fatalities in alcohol-related crashes rose by 4 percent between 1999 and 2000 and stayed about the same between 2000 and 2002. Recently, 900 U.S. judges were surveyed concerning their recommendations for improvement of the DWI system. More than 80 percent reported that summaries of scientific research on the effectiveness of DWI sanctions would greatly benefit sentencing decisions and lead to greater consistency and lower recidivism rates (Robertson and Simpson, 2002).

Informs people in the criminal justice system and their families about substance abuse treatment resources in prison and in the community. Explains benefits of treatment for alcohol abuse or drug abuse and how to start treatment while in custody or on bail.

This brochure informs people involved in the criminal justice system and their families about substance abuse treatment resources in prison and in the community. It describes what can be gained through substance abuse treatment while a person is incarcerated, on probation, or on parole.

Describes a model program in Oklahoma designed to ensure that eligible adults leaving correctional facilities and mental health institutions have Medicaid at discharge or soon thereafter. Discusses program findings, barriers, and lessons learned.

This two-page fact sheet is designed for people who are incarcerated, and explains how hepatitis C can be transmitted in prisons and jails. It also describes how hepatitis C is diagnosed and treated, and dispels common misconceptions about prevention.

This newsletter describes health status of the services for incarcerated people.

This fact sheet was produced to give Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Personnel things to look for when investigating activities that could involve someone using inhalants.

Describes data-reporting systems that collect information about child welfare services, substance abuse services, or court-related cases to monitor the agency's ability to ensure safety, permanency, and well-being for youth in the child welfare system.

This publication is based on TIP 30.

This publication is based on TIP 44