DUI/DWI offenders in Preston, Washington are often given the chance to take part in a drug rehabilitation center in lieu of consequences for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for these kinds of crimes can often be rather severe, which can include jail time and substantial fines and other significant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, particularly for initial offenders, the judge may decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Preston, Washington who are lucky enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment instead of other additional serious consequences, many will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.