Tommy G and I grew up together in Union City. He's now the marketing director of the Retreat Premier Addiction Treatment Center where Lange spent 28 days.
"Law enforcement is in a very unique position to be able to address this problem," Charles Cardona, with Ammon Labs, said. "But once law enforcement has recognized that there is a problem, what do they do with them?"
Created by the county prosecutor's office, Cuffs to Beds gives certain drug offenders a chance to accept treatment and avoid the criminal justice system. A successful attempt at kicking their habit could result in downgraded or dropped charges.