Massachusetts 24Q Substance Abuse Evaluations
Court-Ordered Alcohol & Drug Assessments
Under Massachusetts law, a 24Q assessment is required in certain OUI cases, including when evidence in the case establishes a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.20% or greater and the individual is convicted or assigned to an alcohol or substance use program. A 24Q assessment may also be required for certain repeat OUI offenses.
What Happens After the Assessment?
A written report documents the evaluation findings and any recommended course of treatment. Section 24Q requires the assessment and recommendations to be reported to the appropriate probation or parole officer.