DUI/DWI offenders in Lake Havasu City, Arizona are often given the opportunity to take part in a drug rehab facility in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The consequences for these types of crimes can often be rather harsh, including jail time and substantial fines and other significant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for new offenders, the judge may decide that treating the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is will prove more effective in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lake Havasu City, Arizona who are fortunate enough to be able to take part in such treatment in lieu of other additional extreme punishment, most will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.