DUI/DWI offenders in Seneca are sometimes given the opportunity to take part in a drug and alcohol treatment program in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The punishment for these types of offenses can ordinarily be very extreme, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for first time offenders, the judge finds that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Seneca that are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment in lieu of other additional severe penalties, a great number will remain out of the court system for good.