DUI/DWI offenders in Murphy are occasionally given the chance to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for these types of crimes can occasionally be rather harsh, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, specifically for first time offenders, the judge will decide that addressing the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Murphy who are fortunate enough to be able to take part in such treatment in lieu of other additional serious penalties, most will stay out of the court system permanently.