DUI/DWI offenders in Litchfield are often given the option to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehab facility in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The punishment for such crimes can occasionally be quite serious, and may include jail time and serious fines and various significant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for first time offenders, the court will decide that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Litchfield that are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in this rehab process instead of other far more serious penalties, a great number will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.