DUI/DWI offenders in Dawson, IA. are sometimes given the chance to participate in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility instead of penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The consequences for these kinds of offenses can occasionally be quite severe, which can include incarceration and serious fines and other significant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, particularly for new offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Dawson, IA. who are lucky enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other far more serious consequences, many will remain out of the court system for good.