This section declares Idaho's policy that alcoholics, intoxicated persons, and drug addicts should receive treatment rather than criminal prosecution or incarceration solely due to their substance use or addiction. It directs the state to coordinate federal and state funds into a comprehensive, integrated system for prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of alcoholics and drug addicts. This is a policy declaration only and does not license or set operating standards for any specific facility or level of care.
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