The Department of the Attorney General is partnering with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA); Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement (DLE), Narcotics Enforcement Division; and local law enforcement agencies in the semi-annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

“The National Take Back Initiative demonstrates DEA’s commitment to promoting the health and safety of Hawaiʻi residents," says Jerome Souza, Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, Honolulu District Office. “The results of past DEA take back events are substantial, with thousands of pounds of unneeded, potentially dangerous medications being collected and safely destroyed. Through collaborative education and action, we can save lives.”