DUI/DWI offenders in Rockland are often given the chance to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The consequences for these types of criminal offenses can ordinarily be very severe, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for first time offenders, the judge finds that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Rockland who are lucky enough to be able to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other far more serious penalties, most will stay out of the court system permanently.