DUI/DWI offenders in Drexel are often given the opportunity to take advantage of an alcohol and drug rehabilitation center in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. Penalties for such criminal offenses can ordinarily be very serious, which can include jail time and substantial fines and even significant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for new offenders, the court will decide that treating the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in drug rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Drexel who are lucky enough to be able to participate in such treatment instead of other additional extreme consequences, many will stay away from the criminal justice system for good.