DUI/DWI offenders in Douglas Flat, California are sometimes given the option to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The consequences for these kinds of crimes can often be rather severe, which can include jail time and substantial fines and other significant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system finds that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Douglas Flat, California that are lucky enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other far more extreme punishment, a great number will stay away from the court system for good.