DUI/DWI offenders in Lawsonville are occasionally given the opportunity to take part in a drug rehab program instead of punishment for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. Penalties for such criminal offenses can occasionally be very harsh, and may include being locked up in jail and significant fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for first time offenders, the court will decide that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lawsonville who are lucky enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment instead of other additional severe penalties, many will stay away from the criminal justice system for good.