DUI/DWI offenders in Lawson, MO. are sometimes given the opportunity to take part in a drug and alcohol rehab facility as opposed to receiving other penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The consequences for such crimes can often be rather serious, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other significant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, particularly for new offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that addressing the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lawson, MO. who are lucky enough to be able to participate in this rehab process instead of other more severe penalties, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system for good.