Supporting Incarcerated People’s Recovery: Linkage to Care Policies for People Entering and Exiting Incarceration with Substance Use Disorder
July 29, 2024
Individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) are more likely to be involved in the criminal justice system and experience higher rates of incarceration. They also experience disproportionately high rates of death, and the risk of overdose death does not cease upon release.
Jurisdictions looking to reduce the risk of recidivism, overdose, and premature death among this population can consider policies that improve linkage to care across all stages of the criminal justice system. This report delves into these policies by state, which include screening for SUD upon entry, treatment referrals, care linkage post-release, and naloxone access.