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Alcohol Screening Arizona

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It is not uncommon for a defense attorney to advise clients to attend AA meetings or other alcohol abuse counseling while their cases are still pending. The fees for alcohol screening and substance abuse programs vary.  Defendants are usually required to pay any costs in addition to any court fines imposed. Some states allow the court fines to be reduced or offset by the cost of substance abuse counseling.

To schedule a Counseling or DUI Screening appointment with Stonewall Institute, please contact us at 602-535-6468

Alcohol Screening Arizona

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The purpose of these screening and counseling laws is simple – without some sort of rehabilitative help, those suffering from addictions are more likely to be repeat offenders.  And without first screening each person individually, the right amount of treatment cannot be given.  Without screening or counseling, imposing monetary or even jail sentences are not always enough to deter future misconduct.  Instead, alcohol abuse counseling programs to rehabilitate may be the better option.  That’s not to say you will not have to serve time in jail or pay fines.  Some combination of abuse treatment, house arrest, and minimum mandatory jail time and fines will still be imposed.

To schedule a Counseling or DUI Screening appointment with Stonewall Institute, please contact us at 602-535-6468

Alcohol Screenings Arizona

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Nearly every state has some form of court ordered alcohol or substance abuse counseling that is required for DUI offenders.  The rules for screening and counseling vary from state to state. The majority of states require first time and/or repeat offenders to enroll in some kind of substance abuse treatment program.  Such programs are usually part of probation or parole conditions.  To determine what level of counseling is appropriate for individual offenders, some state statutes also impose a mandatory substance abuse screening, a process oftendone prior to sentencing.

To schedule a Counseling or DUI Screening appointment with Stonewall Institute, please contact us at 602-535-6468

Arizona MVD DUI Screenings

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If you’ve been arrested for drunk driving, you don’t want to take your DUI/DWI lightly. Finding an experienced attorney is imperative.

Your attorney will advise you on all the factors involved in mounting a drunk driving defense, informing you of all your available alternatives.

S/he will thoroughly investigate your case to uncover any evidence and build the best case possible to help you avoid conviction.

If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence schedule an MVD Screening with Stonewall Institute.  Please contact us at 602-535-6468.

Alcohol Screening Phoenix

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Stonewall Institute provides complete drug screenings and alcohol screenings to court ordered DUI individuals via recommendation of the Arizona MVD / Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), and any other person in need of a substance abuse evaluation. The goal of the alcohol screening is to assess the extent of a client’s current and past alcohol abuse and/or dependence. Individuals are screened through an in-depth personal interview by a qualified professional which includes, but is not limited to, an assessment of:

1) Client psychosocial history
2) Physical health problems related to alcohol and/or drug use
3) Previous history of arrests related to alcohol and/or drug use
4) Decrease in attendance/productivity at work or school due to alcohol and/or drug use
5) Prior history of drug or alcohol treatment

Alcohol depresses your central nervous system. In some people, the initial reaction may be stimulation. But as you continue to drink, you become sedated. Alcohol lowers your inhibitions and affects your thoughts, emotions and judgment. Too much alcohol affects your speech and muscle coordination and affects vital centers of your brain. A heavy drinking binge may even cause a life-threatening coma.

Excessive drinking can cause a number of problems. Some of these include:

  • Reduced judgment and lowered inhibitions, leading to poor choices and dangerous situations or behaviors
  • Motor vehicle accidents and other types of accidents
  • Domestic problems
  • Poor performance at work or school
  • A higher likelihood of committing violent crimes

To speak with a counselor regarding alcohol screening phoenix, contact the Stonewall Institute today at 602-535-6468.

Alcohol Screening Phoenix

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Stonewall Institute provides complete drug screenings and alcohol screenings to court ordered DUI individuals via recommendation of the Arizona MVD / Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), and any other person in need of a substance abuse evaluation. The goal of the alcohol screening is to assess the extent of a client’s current and past alcohol abuse and/or dependence. Individuals are screened through an in-depth personal interview by a qualified professional which includes, but is not limited to, an assessment of:

1) Client psychosocial history
2) Physical health problems related to alcohol and/or drug use
3) Previous history of arrests related to alcohol and/or drug use
4) Decrease in attendance/productivity at work or school due to alcohol and/or drug use
5) Prior history of drug or alcohol treatment

Risk factors which you may not know about that can cause alcoholism are:

* Steady drinking over time. Drinking too much on a regular basis for an extended period can produce a physical dependence on alcohol.
* Age. People who begin drinking at an early age are at a higher risk of alcohol dependence or abuse.
* Sex. Men are more likely to become dependent on alcohol than are women. However, women are at greater risk of developing some medical complications linked to drinking, such as liver disease.
* Family history. The risk of alcoholism is higher for people who have a parent who abused alcohol.
* Depression and other mental health problems. It’s common for people with a mental health disorder such as anxiety or depression to abuse alcohol or other substances.
* Social and cultural factors. Having friends or a close partner who drinks regularly could increase your risk of alcoholism. The glamorous way that drinking is sometimes portrayed in the media may also send the message that it’s OK to drink excessively.

To speak with a counselor at the Stonewall Institute regarding alcohol screening phoenix, contact us today at 602-535-6468.

Alcohol Screening Phoenix

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Stonewall Institute provides complete drug and alcohol screenings to court ordered DUI individuals, and any other person in need of a substance abuse evaluation as required by the Arizona MVD and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

It’s possible to have a problem with alcohol but not have all the symptoms of alcoholism. This is known as “alcohol abuse,” which means you drink too much and it causes problems in your life although you aren’t completely dependent on alcohol. If you have alcoholism or you abuse alcohol, you may not be able to cut back or quit without help. A number of approaches are available to help you recover from alcoholism, including medications, counseling and self-help groups.

To schedule an alcohol screening phoenix, contact the Stonewall Institute today at 602-535-6468.