Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program (SATOP)
In 1994, the Missouri Legislature created the Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program (SATOP). It is a comprehensive network of education and treatment options for individuals having alcohol- and drug- related offenses in Missouri. Missouri law now requires all persons arrested for DWI to complete a SATOP program. The program is two steps: Step One is the screening process and Step Two is the SATOP services/education process.
Step One: The Screening Process
A screening is the first step in the SATOP process. The screening fee is $375.00 and is set by the State of Missouri. This fee may be paid by money order or debit or credit card (MasterCard or Visa only). Please make money orders payable to the "Safety Council".
Screening appointments can be scheduled Tuesday through Saturday. We will try to accommodate any schedule. Screenings are held in Springfield, MO. Please call 417-873-2036 or 800-334-1349 to schedule an appointment.
Step Two: SATOP Services
- Offender Education Program (OEP): 10-hour education course designed specifically to assist lower risk, first-time offenders in understanding the choices they made that led to their intoxication and arrest. Education is key to helping first-time offenders take responsibility for their actions, relate it to their lives, and make changes in their thinking, beliefs, and behavior. Fee: $130.00
- Adolescent Diversion Education Program (ADEP): A 10-hour education program designed for those under the age of 21 convicted of certain alcohol and drug offenses (which may or may not include DWI). This is required for adolescents under 18. For those 18-21, OEP or ADEP is acceptable. Fee: $130.00
- Weekend Intervention Program (WIP): A level of service designed for repeat offenders or "high risk" first-time offenders using intensive education and counseling intervention methods over a marathon weekend (48 continuous hours in a restrictive environment) of structured activities. The program encourages the offender to confront their harmful behavior and take responsibility for their lives. Fee: $250-440.52 (state assistance available based on proof of income).
- Clinical Intervention Program (CIP): A 50-hour outpatient counseling program based on the needs of the persistent or “high risk” offender. It consists of individual and group counseling and group education. This program is referred to, but not offered at the Safety Council. Fee: $250-1,005.91 (state assistance available based on proof of income).
- Traditional Treatment: May be in the form of a residential program or an intensive outpatient program. Must be state certified or a nationally accredited treatment program. This program is referred to, but not offered at the Safety Council.
The Safety Council offers OEP, ADEP and WIP in Springfield. Please contact the Safety Council office to schedule at 417-873-2036 or 1-800-334-1349.
Has your driver’s license been suspended or revoked for driving while intoxicated in the state of Missouri?
The following information is designed to help you determine what you need to do in order to get your Missouri license reinstated. These are general rules. Please call the state of Missouri Driver’s License Bureau to get specific details about your case.
- You must file proof of financial responsibility. This may include SR-22 insurance, surety bond in the amount of $60,000, Real Estate Bond valued at $120,000 or more, or cash or negotiable securities in the amount of $60,000.
- You must send in a money order or cashier’s check for your reinstatement fee. Fee amount varies. Call the Driver’s License Bureau (number below) in order to determine exactly how much you will have to pay.
- You must be sure a copy of successful completion of your SATOP program is sent from the agency with whom you screened.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE WRITE OR CALL:
Driver’s License Bureau
P.O. Box 200
Jefferson City, MO 65105
1-573-751-4833
