DUI/DWI offenders in Branson, CO. are occasionally given the option to participate in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation program as opposed to receiving other penalties for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The punishment for these types of crimes can ordinarily be quite harsh, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for first time offenders, the judge will decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol 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 Branson, CO. that are fortunate enough to be able to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other additional severe consequences, many will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.