DUI/DWI offenders in Earl, North Carolina are often given the chance to participate in a drug treatment program in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. Penalties for these types of offenses can often be very serious, including jail time and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for initial offenders, the judge finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Earl, North Carolina who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment in lieu of other more severe consequences, most will remain away from the criminal justice system for good.