Youth Substance Awareness Safety Program (YSASP)

This program is designed for youth (ages 12–20) cited for underage drinking and/or possession of one ounce or less of marijuana. The program aims to reduce the risk of future substance use while connecting youth identified as higher risk with professional substance use clinicians. Participants complete a screening, and the information gathered is used to guide a brief educational intervention tailored to the youth’s needs. If the participant is under the age of 18, parental or guardian permission is required. If the program is not completed successfully, it could lead to a 30-day suspension of their driver’s license and a $300-$600 fine, which may increase their insurance rates. DUI charges of .08 or higher are not part of this program.