Rehabbing persons who are addicted to drugs or alcohol and have ended up in the criminal justice system has proven to be effective in preventing repeat drug related criminal offenses for individuals that do take advantage of treatment programs. For criminal justice clients in Mason, Illinois that do agree to take part in treatment in alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs, even against one's will as is often court ordered, these persons have a much better chance at dealing with the crux of the issue so that they can remain sober and away from negative influences and [[[committing drug related criminal acts. The costs to society related to these drug related crimes is also impacted beneficially when criminal justice clients are rehabilitated in drug and alcohol treatment programs in Mason, Illinois in lieu of jail time or other harsh punishment.