DUI/DWI offenders in Potsdam, NY. are often given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The consequences for such criminal offenses can often be quite serious, including jail time and significant fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for new offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Potsdam, NY. that are lucky enough to be allowed to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other additional severe penalties, a great number will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.