DUI/DWI offenders in Upton, MA. are often given the option to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment center in lieu of consequences for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The consequences for these kinds of crimes can occasionally be very serious, and may include being locked up in jail and serious fines and even significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for initial offenders, the court may decide that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Upton, MA. who are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other far more serious penalties, many will remain away from the criminal justice system permanently.