If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is help available to you in Worcester County 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please contact the Worcester County Health Department at 410-632-1100 to speak with a professional about the many treatment options they offer.
Good Samaritan Rule: Under the “Good Samaritan” Doctrine, if someone calls 911 in an effort to help during an overdose crisis, or they are experiencing an overdose, their parole and probation status will not be affected, and they will now not be arrested, charged, or prosecuted for:
- Possession of a controlled dangerous substance
- Possession or use of drug paraphernalia
- Providing alcohol to minors
Want to report suspicious activity?
You can report suspicious anonymously activity to:
Worcester County Sheriff’s Office: 410-632-1111
http://worcestersheriff.com/contact/submit-tips
To learn more about substance abuse and prevention, please follow the links below.
Worcester County Department of Health
http://worcesterhealth.org/resources/76-mhandadd-section/1172-decisions-matter
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Diversion Control Division
www.DeaDiversion.usdoj.gov
www.GetSmartAboutDrugs.gov
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
www.MedicineAbuseProject.org
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
www.HHS.gov/Opioids/
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
www.bha.health.maryland.gov/OVERDOSE_PREVENTION/Pages/Get-Help-Now-2.aspx
Before It’s Too Late
www.BeforeItsTooLate.Maryland.gov/