DUI/DWI offenders in Monte Sereno are often given the option to take advantage of a drug and alcohol treatment facility in lieu of consequences for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The consequences for these types of offenses can occasionally be quite harsh, including jail time and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, specifically for first time offenders, the court finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Monte Sereno that are fortunate enough to be able to take part in such treatment in lieu of other far more serious consequences, most will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.