DUI/DWI offenders in Heron Lake, Minnesota are often given the option to participate in a drug and alcohol rehab center instead of penalties for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The punishment for these kinds of crimes can often be quite harsh, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for new offenders, the judge finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is a better decision in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Heron Lake, Minnesota that are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment instead of other more extreme penalties, many will remain out of the court system permanently.