DUI/DWI offenders in Scanlon, MN. are sometimes given the chance to take part in a drug treatment program in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such offenses can ordinarily be rather severe, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for initial offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Scanlon, MN. that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other more extreme consequences, most will remain away from the court system for good.