DUI/DWI offenders in Higgins, TX. are sometimes given the opportunity to participate in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. Penalties for these types of crimes can often be very serious, including incarceration and serious fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, particularly for initial offenders, the judge may decide that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Higgins, TX. who are lucky enough to be allowed to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other more serious consequences, most will remain away from the criminal justice system for good.