What is SATOP in a Missouri traffic ticket case and how much does it cost?
SATOP is Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program. In MO if your driver license has been suspended or revoked by DOR (Dept of Revenue) due to an alcohol related offense you must complete SATOP in order to reinstate your license. SATOP consists of 2 parts. There is an evaluation and interview session during which a counselor will determine what type of class you will be assigned to. Then you will be assigned to attend a treatment class or a series of classes. When you attend your evaluation and interview session there is an initial fee due of approximately $271 (fees for a re-assessment are $125). When you attend your class there is an additional fee due, depending on which type of class you are assigned to this fee starts at approximately $100 & up.
