In a significant advancement for individual accountability and sobriety support, Mindr has announced that Keepr Alcohol Monitoring will serve as the exclusive portable breathalyzer partner of the California DUI Lawyers Association (CDLA). This partnership coincides with National Substance Use Prevention Month, showcasing a collaborative effort to enhance support for individuals seeking recovery from substance use disorders. Keepr is designed to provide a simple, stigma-free way of monitoring breath alcohol concentration (BrAC) and offers a reliable tool for those navigating the criminal justice system.
The Keepr system integrates a portable breathalyzer, a guided mobile app, and a user-friendly online portal, thereby offering comprehensive alcohol monitoring for individuals in need. By harnessing this technology, DUI attorneys can provide their clients with an innovative solution that meets the requirements of both court supervision and voluntary compliance.
Amid increasing concerns surrounding alcohol use disorders, evidenced by the 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health from SAMHSA, which estimated around 25.7 million individuals aged 12 and older reported experiencing an alcohol use disorder within the last year, the partnership between Keepr and the CDLA emerges as a critical support mechanism. An estimated 22.3 million adults currently consider themselves in recovery or having recovered, pointing to the importance of finding effective monitoring solutions to prevent relapse. Remote alcohol monitoring, such as Keepr, has been cited in studies as a successful deterrent against relapse, particularly when utilized for a minimum of 12 months during and post-treatment.
Keepr Alcohol Monitoring offers a variety of features that enhance the user experience. Notable among these are real-time analysis and reporting of breath alcohol concentrations, securely transmitted via the Keepr app, which also allows for photo and location sharing to ensure transparency and accountability. Users can customize testing schedules according to their preferences or as designated by their monitors, providing flexibility that traditional monitoring devices often lack. The platform’s secure chain of custody helps meet documentation requirements essential for legal proceedings.
Financially, Keepr proves to be an accessible solution, with starting costs at $79 per month and the Keepr Breathalyzer priced at $149. As part of the collaborative effort with the CDLA, Keepr will engage directly with member attorneys to demonstrate how BrAC monitoring can facilitate clients' sobriety objectives.
Kathy Boden Holland, the CEO of Mindr, emphasized the importance of robust support systems during recovery, remarking, "Recovery is a journey, and it works best when people have the right support they can lean on along the way." Her statement encapsulates the essence of this collaboration, aimed at empowering individuals while tackling the stigma often associated with alcohol monitoring.
The CDLA represents a vast network of attorneys across California, providing representation in criminal cases and regularly advising clients on various monitoring options, including those applicable post-conviction. With Keepr as its exclusive portable alcohol monitoring partner, the association looks forward to fostering greater understanding and use of alcohol monitoring technologies among its members.
As part of the ongoing evolution of community supervision programs, Keepr Alcohol Monitoring is gaining traction among courts, probation departments, and treatment providers who are seeking solutions that balance accountability with ease of use and affordability.
For anyone grappling with alcohol issues or seeking help, SAMHSA’s National Helpline is available 24/7, offering confidential support at 1-800-662-4357. For further details on Keepr Alcohol Monitoring and how it works, visit
Keepr's official website.
In a world where accountability and recovery can go hand in hand, the partnership between Keepr and the California DUI Lawyers Association marks a pivotal step forward in providing effective and dignified solutions for those in need.