DUI/DWI offenders in Richford are occasionally given the option to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The punishment for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be rather extreme, and may include incarceration and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system finds that treating the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in treatment is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Richford who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other far more extreme punishment, a great number will remain away from the criminal justice system permanently.