Established in 1853 , Alameda County has a population of 1,543,000
In a 2006 poll of Alameda County 7th, 9th, and 11th graders it was discovered that 81.6% of those polled had not used any illegal drugs while 18.4% of those polled had used illegal drugs at least once.
Those arrested for drug possession in Alameda County today are almost 9 times more likely to be sentenced to prison than they were back in the 1980s. There were 21 people sent to prison in Alameda County for drug possession, in 1999 there were 216. Deaths from cocaine, heroin, methamphetamines, and psychedelics make up 25% of drug related deaths.
Alcohol and drug addiction is a painful experience, for both
addicts and their loved ones.
Treatment choices can be
confusing and overwhelming.
Do you need help finding a reputable drug rehab facility
in your area?
Call 800-893-7060
