Drug and Alcohol Diversion Programs aim to educate participants and help them understand the link between substance use and offending behaviour.
Overview of the programs
Drug and Alcohol Diversion Programs support eligible individuals who recognise that drug or alcohol use has contributed to the offences they have been charged with.
There are two types of Drug and Alcohol Diversion Programs available:
- Drug and Alcohol Assessment Referral Program (DAAR): For adults only.
- Illicit Drugs Court Diversion Program (CDP): For both adults and young people.
The programs provide education and information through a 60 – 90 minute session about the harmful use of drugs and/or alcohol so you can better understand the relationship between your substance use and the offences you have been charged with. Sessions are available in person, or by phone.
If you are eligible and complete the program, a conviction will not be recorded for the charges referred to the program.
What the programs aim to achieve
The program aims to address drug and alcohol use in its early stages and reduce drug and alcohol related offending.
Where can you access these programs?
You can access the Drug and Alcohol Diversion Programs if you are appearing in the Magistrates Court or Childrens Court and meet the eligibility criteria.
More information
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Contact us
Brisbane Magistrates Court
Location: Level 4/363 George Street
Brisbane Qld 4001
Monday to Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm
Phone: (07) 3738 7100
(after hours - leave a message)
Email: CourtDiversion@justice.qld.gov.au
