The Houston region is known to have a problem with drunk driving, and in some studies Harris County has been found to lead the nation. In a small but growing response, Harris County has implemented S.O.B.E.R. Courts which focuses on high-risk offenders who are stopped on a second or third offense. Individuals who have a clear addiction problem and can benefit from the more thorough level of court supervision and probation-based monitoring. (Video: KRIV 26 News)
Original air: November 30, 2012