DUI/DWI offenders in Orrum, North Carolina are often given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation program as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for these kinds of criminal offenses can occasionally be very severe, including incarceration and serious fines and various significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that addressing the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Orrum, North Carolina who are lucky enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment instead of other additional severe penalties, many will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.