Citation

Jacobshagen W. Blutalkohol 2001; 38(4): 233-249.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, International Committee on Alcohol, Drugs and Traffic Safety and Bund gegen Alkohol und Drogen im Straßenverkehr, Publisher Steintor Verlag)

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Abstract

The aim of the BUSS model was an early intervention after drink driving, which would reduce relapses and the offender could, if at all possible be regain his license at an earlier stage. In an experimental/control group comparative study people treated by the BUSS method are compared with those assessed by conventional methods. Most of the variables of the group differ only marginally so that a comparison seems methodically justifiable. Central relapse observations under these circumstances show that the BUSS model does not affect traffic negatively. In view of the considerable time difference it could be justified to transfer substantial elements of the BUSS method to the conventional method of assessing and rehabilitating drink drivers. Attention should be drawn to the measure system corresponding to diagnosed relapse risks as proven reliable in the BUSS model. The results of the project show that expert classification and carrying out of suggested measures should brought forward within the legal ban period so that minimum time spans before re-granting licenses. Actual administrative time limits do not have an empirical basis. An improvement of the relapse quota of negatively assessed drivers who, following individual measures and re-assessments regained their licenses becomes apparent when compared to earlier evaluations with a similar topic. This shows that the obviously individual, serious rehabilitation efforts for the negative part of the spectrum showed greater success than the usual delaying tactics when it comes to re-granting licenses after negative assessment. Finally, a general trend of fewer drink driving convictions as well as a falling relapse rate in the MPAs should be emphasised which could be caused by multiple factors.