DUI/DWI offenders in Cambridge are often given the opportunity to participate in an alcohol and drug rehab program in lieu of consequences for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for these kinds of offenses can often be very harsh, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and other significant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, specifically for first time offenders, the court finds that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Cambridge who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment in lieu of other far more severe punishment, a great number will stay out of the court system for good.