DUI/DWI offenders in Vernon, Illinois are often given the option to take part in a drug and alcohol treatment program instead of penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be quite extreme, including incarceration and serious fines and various significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for first time offenders, the court may decide that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Vernon, Illinois who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment instead of other far more severe consequences, a great number will stay away from the court system permanently.