DUI/DWI offenders in Cannelton, IN. are often given the chance to participate in a drug rehab center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for these kinds of crimes can occasionally be very extreme, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, specifically for initial offenders, the judge may decide that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for full handling the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Cannelton, IN. that are lucky enough to be able to participate in such treatment in lieu of other more severe penalties, a great number will remain away from the criminal justice system permanently.