DUI/DWI offenders in Sun Valley are often given the option to participate in a drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. Penalties for these types of crimes can ordinarily be very serious, and may include jail time and substantial fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for initial offenders, the criminal justice system finds that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Sun Valley who are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment in lieu of other far more severe punishment, many will stay out of the criminal justice system for good.