DUI/DWI offenders in Sharon are occasionally given the opportunity to participate in a drug treatment center in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The consequences for these types of criminal offenses can ordinarily be very extreme, and may include being locked up in jail and significant fines and various absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, specifically for first time offenders, the criminal justice system finds that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Sharon who are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment instead of other additional severe punishment, many will remain away from the criminal justice system for good.