DUI/DWI offenders in Dassel, MN. are occasionally given the opportunity to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related crimes. Penalties for such crimes can often be rather extreme, including jail time and substantial fines and other significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for initial offenders, the judge finds that addressing the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Dassel, MN. who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in this rehab process instead of other additional severe consequences, many will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.