Overview of San Diego DUI Programs

If you've been convicted with a DUI in San Diego, chances are you have to attend a drunk driving program as part of your punishment. Here is an overview of a few programs located in San Diego County:

Episcopal Community Services has a partnership with the East County ACCORD Driving Under the Influence Program (DUIP) which is dedicated to helping people seek solutions for their alcohol or drug problems. Services include education classes, group meetings, or one-on-one counseling with a certified program counselor. ACCORD DUI is located at 7474 El Cajon Boulevard, La Mesa, CA 91941 Tel: (619) 741-8147

Occupational Health Services (OHS) offers multiple services including a 3-month, 6-month, and 30-month DUI program. They also offer a wet reckless program and an 18-month multiple offender program. Services are available in both English and Spanish and they are open in the mornings, evenings, and on Saturdays. OHS is located at 1637 Capalina Road, San Marcos, CA 92069 Tel: (760) 891-1500

MAAC Projectis a multi-purpose social agency that offers health services. These services include a DUI program and recovery homes that help to increase the probability that a person achieves long-term sobriety. Residents work intensively with program counselors so that they can change their attitudes towards alcohol, attain self-sufficiency, and increase their self-esteem. MAAC Project is located at 1355 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911 Tel: (619) 426-3595

SDSU DUI Program offers a range of includes different program types that range from six week education classes to 18-month rehabilitation programs. There are fees for enrolling for these programs which currently ranges from $177 to $1,465. There are also fees for failure to attend group or one-on-one meetings. The SDSUI DUI Program is located at 9245 Sky Park Court, San Diego, CA 92123 Tel: (858) 467-6810

The Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs licenses and ensures compliance of all DUI programs in the state of California.

Remember that failure to complete any DUI program could jeopardize your future driving privileges. These programs are here to support positive lifestyle changes, but it's up to you to decide whether or not you really want to make a change in your life. Someone else can't make those changes for you! If you start these DUI programs with the right attitude, it will increase your chances for success! Even after you're finished with these programs, it's important to surround yourself with positive people and have positive role models so that you don't fall into the same trap again.