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Farmington Tries Inpatient Treatment for Repeat Alcohol Offenders | Santa Fe News
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Farmington, New Mexico is taking a bold step to break the cycle of alcohol-related arrests by launching a 28-day inpatient treatment program for repeat offenders—starting August 1. Designed for those who didn’t engage with the city’s voluntary Joint Intervention Program, this new pilot offers structured care and accountability, aiming to tackle addiction at its root rather than just cycling people through jail. Police Chief Steve Hebbe emphasizes this isn’t about criminalizing addiction, but about investing in lasting change. With up to five participants and each stay costing nearly $34,000, the city hopes this intensive intervention will reduce long-term legal and social costs—and ultimately, save lives.
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