Treating men and women who are addicted and dependent to drugs and have ended up in the criminal justice system has proven to be effective in eliminating future drug related offenses for people who do take advantage of treatment programs. For criminal justice clients in Parmele who do agree to take part in treatment in alcohol and drug rehab programs, even if not of their own choice as is occasionally ordered by the judge, these individuals have a significantly better opportunity of dealing with the crux of the problem so that they can stay sober and off of negative influences and [[[committing drug related criminal acts. The costs to society related to these drug related crimes is also impacted positively when criminal justice clients are helped in drug and alcohol rehab centers in Parmele in lieu of incarceration or other harsh punishment.