DUI/DWI offenders in Liverpool are sometimes given the chance to take part in an alcohol and drug rehab program as opposed to receiving other penalties for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The punishment for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be rather extreme, including jail time and significant fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for new offenders, the judge may decide that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Liverpool who are lucky enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other additional serious penalties, a great number will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.