Court-ordered drug rehabilitation programs a part of a journey some with substance abuse disorder take on their way to sober living. The best treatment methods are those that are customized to fit the needs of the individual. As treatment becomes more specific, success rates increase. Educational, group, residential, accelerated, and detox and inpatient programs are typically available as part of court-ordered drug rehab. 

Educational

Educational programs are the most common type of court-ordered treatment. Because these programs are ordered so frequently, they are more accessible, including online drug abuse courses. Most of these programs last about 15 weeks, and after successful completion of the program, the judge may drop the charges.

Group

Group counseling is the next most common type of court-ordered rehab behind educational programs. Most group therapy programs are centered around a 12-step model idea that people can help each other abstain from substance abuse, but surrendering to a higher power is the way to healing. Many programs also offer a more secular version of the 12-step model.

Residential

The most intense court-ordered rehab program is residential counseling. It is not unusual for a residential counseling program to operate within the prison system. In these programs, those who must complete residential counseling are separated from the general prison population in order to receive treatment.  

Accelerated

Under some circumstances, accelerated pretrial rehab programs may be ordered by the court. These programs are usually reserved for those who have not attended a similar program previously and have not committed a felony. In many cases, the charges can be dropped upon successful completion.

Detox

A stay in a medically supervised detox center and inpatient rehab facility may be ordered by the court. This type of treatment may be ordered in lieu of jail time or a harsh sentence. Typically, vocational training or community service hours must be completed in addition to detox and inpatient rehab programs.

Part of the recovery process for those with substance abuse disorder is relapse. It is not a sign that treatment is ineffective, but is a part of the process to attain sober living. Public, medical, and legal opinion about substance abuse has changed over the years, and it is now thought of as a health issue. Others with physical health issues also suffer relapses and need to have their medications or lifestyle adjusted to treat them better. It is no different from substance abuse disorders. Different types of treatment are available through court-ordered programs to help individuals recover.