DUI/DWI offenders in Lubbock, Texas are sometimes given the chance to take part in a drug and alcohol treatment facility in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be very harsh, and may include jail time and significant fines and even significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for first time offenders, the judge will decide that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lubbock, Texas who are fortunate enough to be able to take part in this rehab process instead of other far more severe punishment, a great number will remain out of the criminal justice system for good.