DUI/DWI offenders in Beloit are sometimes given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The punishment for these kinds of criminal offenses can ordinarily be very harsh, and may include incarceration and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in treatment is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Beloit who are lucky enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment instead of other more severe penalties, most will stay out of the criminal justice system for good.