DUI/DWI offenders in Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania are often given the chance to take part in a drug rehab facility as opposed to receiving other penalties for their drug or alcohol related crimes. Penalties for these types of crimes can occasionally be rather severe, which can include being locked up in jail and serious fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, particularly for first time offenders, the court will decide that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in such treatment instead of other additional serious consequences, many will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.