Body The information below is intended to provide support and guidance while a community standard is being developed. The law does not provide this level of specificity. Examples may change over time and are not exhaustive or dispositive. An individualized assessment must be completed. Determination for when to call 911 for... Links in this section relate to Body

Body The Driving Under the Influence (DUI) programs are State-mandated services required following a conviction for DUI. The objectives of the DUI program are to reduce the number of repeat DUI offenses by persons who complete a state-licensed DUI program, and to provide participants an opportunity to address issues related to...

Body Frequently Asked Questions How do I enroll into a PC1000 program? You need an authorization/referral from the Court; you may then contact any provider of your choice to enroll into a program. You can also click on the provider list to download the current provider list. Do I have to... Links in this section relate to Body

Body California voters approved Proposition 36 on November 7th, 2000. This is known as the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act (SACPA) of 2000. Under SACPA and Penal Code 1210.1 (PC1210), first or second time non-violent adult drug offenders who use, possess or transport illegal drugs for personal use are offered...

Body This is a deferred entry of judgment program under Penal Code 1000.1. The purpose of the program is to provide substance use education and counseling services as an alternative legal action to first time offenders. Participants are referred to a PC1000 program by the Court after pleading guilty, and their...

Body Each provider has a process for resolving complaints. The first step is to attempt to resolve the issue directly with the provider through their grievance process. That information is described in the provider contract signed by the participant and is also posted within the facility. If the issue cannot be... Links in this section relate to Body

Body The DUI Program offers unpaid internships and volunteer opportunities. Interns must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and will be able to earn college credit if needed. Likely majors of study include: criminal justice, sociology, human services, public health and similar. The Orange County Health Care Agency’s Volunteer...

Body Hepatitis B is a virus (HBV) that can cause inflammation of the liver. It is spread when blood, semen, or another bodily fluid from an infected person enters the body of someone who is not infected through percutaneous (e.g., needlestick) exposure, direct contact with mucous membranes, sexual contact, or nonintact...

Body Hepatitis C is a virus (HCV) that can cause inflammation of the liver. It is mainly spread from the blood from an infected person, for example, while sharing needles, or other equipment that has been exposed to blood, to inject drugs, or through needle-stick injuries. For most people (70%-85%), hepatitis...

Body The DUI Education and Court Diversion unit of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services oversees the DUI, PC1000 and PC1210 programs in Orange County. The unit provides court ordered referrals for DUI programs at 4 Alcohol Liaison Office (ALO) Justice Center locations in the County: Central, Harbor, North and West courts...