DUI/DWI offenders in Ethan are sometimes given the option to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for these types of offenses can often be very harsh, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and even significant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for first time offenders, the court finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is a better decision in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Ethan that are lucky enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment in lieu of other additional extreme penalties, many will stay away from the court system for good.