Drugs & Alcohol

The IACP offers a myriad of programs and resources designed to assist law enforcement with issues surrounding drugs and alcohol. Whether you are in need of assistance with improving interactions with persons affected by mental illness or a policy for utilizing naloxone within your agency, the IACP offers resources as well as technical assistance. Today's law enformcent community has to consider both the epidemic of opioid overdoses and marijuana legalization. These trends effect not only law enforcement but the communities they serve. The IACP serves as a professional voice to educate your communities on timely topics through subject matter experts, training, and education.

Naloxone

Naloxone - commonly known by the brand name, Narcan - can be used to treat a narcotics overdose in an emergency. These documents explore the…

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Naloxone

The International Drug Evaluation & Classification Program

The Drug Evaluation and Classification Program is recognized by all fifty states in the U.S., Canada, and the United Kingdom.

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The International Drug Evaluation & Classification Program

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Employee Drug Use

The critical mission of law enforcement establishes a compelling need to maintain a drug-free work environment. Employees who engage in unauthorized use of controlled substances...

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Naloxone

Naloxone - commonly known by the brand name, Narcan - can be used to treat a narcotics overdose in an emergency. These documents explore the primary issues surrounding...

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Cannabis Legalization and Police Personnel Management

Agencies across the globe are navigating evolving legislation regarding cannabis. The legalization of cannabis in some jurisdictions compels police agencies to examine if and how...

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Sobering Centers: Implementation Guide

Using sobering centers as an alternative to arrest can strengthen public trust, minimize harm, save agency and jail resources, and connect individuals to services. Download...

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Alternatives to Arrest

Programs offering alternatives to arrest have the potential to positively alter the outcomes for individuals who come into contact with the criminal justice system. By...

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