DUI/DWI offenders in Limerick, Maine are sometimes given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehab center instead of penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for these kinds of crimes can occasionally be rather serious, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other significant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for initial offenders, the judge finds that treating the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Limerick, Maine that are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in this rehab process instead of other additional severe penalties, many will remain away from the court system for good.