DUI/DWI offenders in Notre Dame, IN. are sometimes given the option to participate in a drug and alcohol rehab facility in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for these types of crimes can often be very extreme, including incarceration and substantial fines and even significant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for new offenders, the court finds that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Notre Dame, IN. that are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other more serious penalties, many will stay out of the court system permanently.