DUI/DWI offenders in Loving, New Mexico are sometimes given the option to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program instead of consequences for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The punishment for such offenses can occasionally be very extreme, including jail time and substantial fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for new offenders, the judge will decide that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Loving, New Mexico who are fortunate enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other additional serious penalties, a great number will remain away from the criminal justice system permanently.