DUI/DWI offenders in Oneonta are often given the chance to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The punishment for these kinds of crimes can occasionally be quite extreme, and may include jail time and significant fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system finds that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Oneonta that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment instead of other additional severe consequences, most will stay out of the court system permanently.