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Substance Use Disorder

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Substance use disorder is a major cause of incarceration and afflicts a majority of those incarcerated. Nationally, approximately 80% of those incarcerated self-report drug addiction. Yet, nationally only 11% of those with substance abuse and addiction disorders receive treatment during their incarceration.

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  • As of February 1, 2026, PLS has a new address located on a different floor in the same building.

    Our new address is:

    Prisoners’ Legal Services
    50 Federal Street, 7th Floor
    Boston, MA 02110

    Any mail already in transit will be forwarded. Thank you!