DUI/DWI offenders in Oakland, Florida are sometimes given the opportunity to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The punishment for such criminal offenses can often be very severe, and may include jail time and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, particularly for new offenders, the court will decide that addressing the concerns of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Oakland, Florida who are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment in lieu of other additional severe penalties, a great number will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.