DUI/DWI offenders in Ashburn are sometimes given the option to take advantage of an alcohol and drug treatment center in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. Penalties for such offenses can occasionally be very harsh, including incarceration and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, specifically for first time offenders, the court may decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Ashburn who are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment in lieu of other far more severe punishment, many will stay out of the court system permanently.