Each category has a specific treatment plan and goal for the offenders
in the program. Should offenders fail to comply with their
specified plan, they could be re-assessed and enter a different
treatment plan.
There is a statewide commission that controls administrative
and regulatory efforts of 24 local programs. This allows for better
control of funding as well as standardizing curricula used by each
local program. This leads to more equitable and effective services
for all offenders in the program.
Program Effectiveness:
The program helps an average of 70,000 individuals each year.
Since the program’s inception in 1975, DUI fatalities have continually
declined each year.
Program Cost Effectiveness:
The Commission on the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program
provides continued oversight of program budgets and budget
amendments in addition to a monthly review of expenditures
and collections. As a state agency, the Commission negotiates
contracts for goods and services and provides information to local
programs for their use.
Source of Funding:
Offenders’ fees
Factors to Consider When Replicating the Program:
Obtaining legislative approval and support
Creating equal access to treatment services
Collecting funds (money from the offenders)
in unfavorable economic times
Standardizing services in both rural and urban jurisdictions