DUI/DWI offenders in Milam are often given the chance to take part in a drug rehabilitation facility in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The consequences for such crimes can occasionally be quite severe, and may include incarceration and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system finds that treating the problems of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Milam who are lucky enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment instead of other far more serious consequences, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.