DUI/DWI offenders in Avondale, PA. are sometimes given the option to take part in a drug rehabilitation program in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can ordinarily be very severe, including incarceration and significant fines and other significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for initial offenders, the court 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 term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Avondale, PA. who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other more serious consequences, a great number will remain away from the criminal justice system for good.