DUI/DWI offenders in Lamy are occasionally given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other consequences for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The consequences for these types of offenses can occasionally be quite harsh, including jail time and significant fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for first time offenders, the judge may decide that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lamy that are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment in lieu of other additional severe punishment, many will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.