DUI/DWI offenders in Concordia are occasionally given the chance to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment center as opposed to receiving other penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. Penalties for these types of crimes can often be very harsh, which can include jail time and significant fines and even significant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for first time offenders, the judge finds that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol addiction in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Concordia who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in this rehab process instead of other far more serious penalties, most will stay away from the court system permanently.