DUI/DWI offenders in North Salem, NY. are sometimes given the chance to participate in a drug treatment center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such crimes can occasionally be very harsh, which can include being locked up in jail and significant fines and various absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, particularly for new offenders, the court finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in North Salem, NY. who are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment instead of other more serious punishment, most will remain out of the court system permanently.