DUI/DWI offenders in Kent are often given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug and alcohol treatment program in lieu of consequences for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The punishment for such criminal offenses can often be quite severe, which can include being locked up in jail and serious fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for initial offenders, the judge may decide that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for full handling the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Kent who are lucky enough to be able to participate in such treatment instead of other more serious punishment, many will stay away from the court system for good.