Speaking only for this boozehound (12 pack a day plus various shots and drinks) - I got nailed for DUI Feb 13, 2011. That was also the date of my last drink. I knew I would not be able to just get sober on my own - that I would cheat or sneak drinks and that the temptation would loom way too large for me so I went to in-patient treatment followed by AA.
Three key advantages in *my* situation:
1. It gave me a strong kickstart to get and stay sober
2. It looks really good in front of the court and judge
3. Since I am 100% sober I can pass my 8-10 alcohol breathtests per day that are administered via ignition interlock with a 0.00% BAC.
IMHO - if a person doesn't really want to get sober they should just put in the jail time and be done with it. I know a guy who played the probation game for 3 years before being busted for DUI again and spent an entire year in jail.
Last edited by StPeteGrad; 07-27-2011 at 07:49 AM.
Reason: Clarify treatment