The success of treatment and recovery of individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) can vary. Most often, a combination of factors adds complexities to evaluating the effectiveness of services and interventions.

Worldwide, overdose is the leading cause of avoidable death among people who inject drugs. An important area of concern for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is promoting policies and practices to lower the risk of overdose for persons with opioid use disorder who are, or have been, in contact with criminal justice systems.

Following incarceration...