DUI/DWI offenders in Ash, NC. are occasionally given the chance to take advantage of a drug rehabilitation facility in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The consequences for these types of criminal offenses can often be very harsh, including jail time and significant fines and other significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for new offenders, the judge may decide that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is a better decision in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Ash, NC. that are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in this rehab process instead of other more severe consequences, many will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.