DUI/DWI offenders in Cedar Ridge are often given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment facility as opposed to receiving other consequences for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for such offenses can ordinarily be very harsh, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and even significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for first time offenders, the court finds that treating the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Cedar Ridge who are lucky enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other additional serious penalties, a great number will remain out of the court system permanently.