Many men and women who are convicted of DUI or DWI in Alexandria find themselves at a crucial decision making point, and can find themselves dealing with serious penalties for their drug related criminal offenses or agree to go to effective drug and alcohol rehab programs. First time DUI/DWI offenders are primary candidates for such rehabilitation, which has been very helpful in dealing with difficulties with drugs and alcohol and making sure they stay out of the court system for good. In fact, even if the drug rehab option is involuntary and court ordered these offenders experience similar if not better success rates as those who take part in drug and alcohol treatment voluntarily. In essence, it is much more beneficial for the client, the court system and society all around to rehabilitate DUI/DWI offenders than it is to punish them.