DUI/DWI offenders in Hayesville are sometimes given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The consequences for such offenses can occasionally be rather serious, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, particularly for first time offenders, the judge will decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Hayesville that are lucky enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment instead of other additional severe penalties, a great number will remain out of the court system permanently.