DUI/DWI offenders in Van, West Virginia are often given the opportunity to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment program in lieu of consequences for their alcohol or drug related offenses. Penalties for these types of offenses can ordinarily be rather serious, including being locked up in jail and serious fines and other significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for first time offenders, the court will decide that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in drug rehab is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Van, West Virginia who are lucky enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other additional serious punishment, most will remain away from the court system for good.