DUI/DWI offenders in Venetie, Alaska are often given the option to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment program instead of penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for these types of offenses can often be quite serious, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, particularly for new offenders, the judge finds that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Venetie, Alaska who are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in this rehab process instead of other additional serious punishment, most will stay away from the criminal justice system for good.