DUI/DWI offenders in Bude are sometimes given the chance to participate in a drug and alcohol rehab facility instead of penalties for their drug or alcohol related offenses. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can often be rather extreme, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other significant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for first time offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that treating the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Bude who are fortunate enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other far more extreme punishment, many will stay out of the court system for good.