Treating men and women who are addicted and dependent to drugs and/or alcohol and have ended up in the criminal justice system has proven effective in curbing future drug related crimes for people who do become rehabilitated. For criminal justice clients in Lakewood, CA. that do take part in in drug rehabilitation programs, even if not of their own choice as is occasionally ordered by the judge, these persons have a far better opportunity of handling the root of the problem so that they can stay sober and away from negative influences and [[[committing drug related crimes. The costs to society related to these drug related criminal offenses is also affected beneficially when criminal justice clients become rehabilitated in drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities in Lakewood, CA. in lieu of jail time or other penalties.