DUI/DWI offenders in South New Berlin, New York are often given the option to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for these types of offenses can ordinarily be rather severe, which can include jail time and significant fines and even significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, specifically for first time offenders, the criminal justice system finds that treating the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in South New Berlin, New York that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment in lieu of other more extreme consequences, many will remain away from the court system permanently.