Alcohol and drug related offenses (Conversations with Kimm)

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What are currently the biggest problems related to drugs and alcohol in Hillsdale County?

The biggest problem , as with most of the nation, is meth, followed by alcohol. There are others, including heroin and cocaine, but meth is the biggest.

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What happens if you are pulled over by police and arrested for a drug or alcohol related offence?

If the office suspects you may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they can give you a sobriety test. Make you walk the line, ask you questions, etc. They can then give you a PBT or a breathalyzer, take you to the hospital for a blood test, or take you to jail for testing of your blood alcohol level.

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What happens if this is your first offense?

For your first offense, you can receive up to 93 days in jail, a fine of $500, and a loss of license of six months. If you have a clean record, you can get a restricted license after 30 days.

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How can individuals get help with drug and alcohol addiction?

There are several rehab programs in the area and more throughout the state to help with drug and alcohol addiction. If you are in the court system, you will be mandated to take a substance abuse assessment and the court can base punishment or probation based on those records.

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What are your rights if you are injured in a drug or alcohol related incident?

If you have an injury or property damage and you were not the one under the influence, you have civil remedies. You can sue in court for bodily injury or property damage, and you can seek an attorney's help with that.

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What can family members do if they are worried about someone with a drug or alcohol addiction?

They can do an intervention. It can be difficult because most people do not want to admit they have a problem. If this person is already in the system, they can call the Probation Department and talk to their Probation Officer and they can tailor their probation according to the information given.

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