DUI/DWI offenders in New Carlisle are often given the opportunity to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment facility instead of consequences for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The punishment for such offenses can occasionally be very harsh, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for initial offenders, the court may decide that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in New Carlisle that are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other more serious punishment, many will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.