DUI/DWI offenders in Hope are often given the option to participate in an alcohol and drug rehab facility as opposed to receiving other penalties for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for these kinds of offenses can often be very serious, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that addressing the problems of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long term for full handling the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Hope that are fortunate enough to be able to take part in this rehab process instead of other additional serious penalties, many will remain away from the court system permanently.