DUI/DWI offenders in Mingo are sometimes given the option to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment facility in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for these types of criminal offenses can often be quite harsh, including jail time and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for new offenders, the court will decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Mingo who are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment in lieu of other more severe penalties, a great number will remain out of the court system permanently.