DUI/DWI offenders in The Lakes, Nevada are sometimes given the option to take advantage of a drug and alcohol treatment center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The consequences for such criminal offenses can ordinarily be rather severe, including being locked up in jail and serious fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, specifically for initial offenders, the court finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in The Lakes, Nevada who are lucky enough to be allowed to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other additional severe consequences, most will stay out of the court system permanently.