DUI/DWI offenders in Gheens, Louisiana are sometimes given the chance to participate in a drug rehabilitation program as opposed to receiving other penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such criminal offenses can ordinarily be rather serious, including jail time and significant fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system finds that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Gheens, Louisiana who are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment instead of other far more severe punishment, many will stay out of the court system for good.