DUI/DWI offenders in Oberon, ND. are often given the chance to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. Penalties for these kinds of crimes can occasionally be very severe, including jail time and significant fines and even significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for first time offenders, the court may decide that treating the problems of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Oberon, ND. who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in this rehab process instead of other more severe punishment, many will remain away from the court system permanently.