DUI/DWI offenders in Republic, PA. are occasionally given the option to participate in a drug and alcohol rehab center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The punishment for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be rather severe, and may include jail time and significant fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, specifically for initial offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in drug rehab is a better decision in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Republic, PA. who are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in this rehab process instead of other more severe consequences, many will remain away from the criminal justice system for good.