Treating men and women who are addicted to drugs or alcohol and have found their way into the criminal justice system has proven to be effective in curbing repeat drug related crimes for individuals who do take advantage of treatment programs. For criminal justice clients in Altmar who do agree to take part in treatment in alcohol and drug treatment facilities, even if not of their own choice as is often ordered by the court, these clients have a far better opportunity of dealing with the root of the problem so that they can remain sober and away from negative influences and [[[committing drug related crimes. The costs to society having to do with these drug related criminal offenses is also impacted positively when criminal justice clients are rehabbed in drug rehab facilities in Altmar in lieu of incarceration or other harsh punishment.