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BACK TO: Drunk
Driving (DUI) Program
When you’ve been convicted of a DUI, you may be
sentenced to participate in a DUI program.
However, you may not know how to find a DUI program and how to
make sure a DUI program fits the requirements of your state.
Check your state requirements for a DUI program. The
first thing you need to do when choosing a DUI program is check with the
appropriate office in your state. You
need to make sure that any DUI program you use is going to fulfill the
requirements of your sentence. Check
your state’s website to see if you can find a listing of DUI programs
there. Many states will have
the DUI program information available 24 hours a day on the internet.
Get DUI program information from national information clearinghouses.
National programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Mothers
Against Drunk Driving can also provide information for you about DUI
programs. They often offer
their own DUI programs that will fulfill the requirements laid out for
you by the judge.
Paying for a DUI program. The
cost of DUI programs runs the gamut.
Some DUI programs cost as little as $150 while some cost closer
to $500. Covering the cost
of a DUI program is generally your responsibility.
However, there are some DUI programs that offer financial
assistance. The assistance
for DUI programs usually has the same eligibility requirements of other
government aide. You’ll
need to speak with each DUI program on an individual basis to determine
if you’ll be eligible for sliding scale financial help.
Additional DUI program resources.
One of the best benefits of DUI programs is that they can
help lead you to other resources you might need.
Your DUI program may help you to identify an alcohol or substance
abuse issue you have. From
the staff of your DUI program you may be given other community resources
that can assist you.
Both outpatient and inpatient treatment programs may be available
through your work with a DUI program.
When you’re part of a DUI program, you can take full advantage
of the situation. While you
may be mandated by the court to participate in a DUI program you can
look at it as an opportunity to deal with any substance dependence you
may be experiencing.
Completing a DUI program. Once
you’ve completed a DUI program, you need to make sure that the court
receives that information. You
may be required to file paperwork with the local court system that
verifies your participation in the DUI program.
Make sure you get all of the guidelines about reporting your DUI
program completion.
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