The Matthew Casey Wethington Act for Substance Abuse Intervention was passed into law by the Kentucky legislature following the tireless efforts of Casey’s mother. Because her son was legally an adult, she was unable to petition for an involuntary commitment for the 23-year-old, which could have saved his life.

Now, parents, relatives, and/or friends are empowered to intervene on behalf of addicted loved ones, regardless of age, and without criminal charges. It marshals the resources of the court without the criminalization that formerly resulted in felony charges. Felonies follow a person throughout their life, impacting their ability to vote, get a job or, down the road, accompany their children on school outings.

Now, families and friends have a tool they can use without waiting until a substance-addicted person hits the proverbial “bottom.”

Edgewater can help you utilize Casey’s Law to get someone you love the treatment they need.