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    The Battle Against Substance Abuse

    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/

     

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