DUI/DWI offenders in Mentone, Indiana are often given the opportunity to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can often be rather serious, which can include being locked up in jail and significant fines and even significant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for first time offenders, the court may decide that treating the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Mentone, Indiana that are lucky enough to be able to participate in such treatment instead of other additional serious punishment, most will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.