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Plain-language explainers from our clinical team on assessments, classes, and the Washington court process — the questions people ask us most, answered clearly.
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ADIS vs. the DUI Victim Impact Panel: What's the Difference?
Many Washington DUI cases require both an 8-hour ADIS class and a 2-hour Victim Impact Panel — and completing one doesn't satisfy the other. How they differ and how to knock out both.
Read guideCan You Take ADIS Online in Washington?
Live telehealth ADIS from a Washington-certified agency is widely accepted. Self-paced online classes from out-of-state websites usually aren't. How to tell the difference before you pay.
Read guideIn-Custody Assessments: Getting an Evaluation While Someone Is in Jail
A substance use or mental health assessment doesn't have to wait for release — and doing it in custody can move a case forward. How attorneys and families arrange one.
Read guideADIS in Washington: What the Class Is and Who Needs It
Ordered to complete Alcohol and Drug Information School? Here's what ADIS covers, who's required to take it, why out-of-state online classes often aren't accepted, and how to enroll.
Read guideWhat Is a Collateral Assessment? A Plain-Language Guide
Courts sometimes order an assessment that includes the people around you — family, employers, providers, and records. Here's what a collateral assessment is, why it's ordered, and what to expect.
Read guideDeferred Prosecution in Washington: The Two-Year Treatment Program Explained
Considering deferred prosecution for a DUI? Attorneys explain the legal side — here's the treatment side: the three phases, what each one asks of you, and what compliance actually looks like.
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