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Safe Disposal of Pharmaceuticals
Red Barrel Project
Michigan State Police (MSP) posts across the state serve as locations where residents can safely and anonymously dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused prescription drugs. Medications can be surrendered Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., excluding holidays.
The service is free and anonymous. Liquids, inhalers, patches, or syringes will not be accepted.
Providing a safe and confidential way to dispose of unwanted medications helps to prevent the misuse of prescription drugs and reduces environmental hazards. The MSP has partnered with the Livingston County Community Alliance to place prescription drug collection barrels inside each of its 30 posts.
For more information about proper drug disposal, visit the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.