DUI/DWI offenders in Aurora are often given the option to take advantage of an alcohol and drug treatment program instead of consequences for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The consequences for such criminal offenses can occasionally be quite severe, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Aurora that are fortunate enough to be able to participate in such treatment in lieu of other more extreme consequences, most will remain out of the court system permanently.