DUI/DWI offenders in Chatsworth are occasionally given the option to take part in a drug rehab center in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for these types of criminal offenses can often be quite severe, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for initial offenders, the judge may decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Chatsworth who are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment instead of other more severe punishment, many will remain out of the court system permanently.