DUI/DWI offenders in Santa Rita Park are sometimes given the opportunity to participate in an alcohol and drug rehab center instead of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. Penalties for these types of offenses can occasionally be very extreme, and may include jail time and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for initial offenders, the criminal justice system finds that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in drug rehab is a better decision in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Santa Rita Park who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment instead of other additional severe punishment, a great number will remain out of the court system permanently.