DUI/DWI offenders in Tybee Island are often given the opportunity to take advantage of an alcohol and drug treatment center instead of punishment for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for these kinds of offenses can often be very harsh, and may include being locked up in jail and serious fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for initial offenders, the court may decide that treating the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Tybee Island who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment instead of other additional serious punishment, most will remain away from the court system for good.