Treating men and women who are addicted to drugs and have found their way into the criminal justice system has proven effective in preventing repeat drug related crimes for individuals who do take advantage of treatment programs. For criminal justice clients in Walnut Grove, AL. who do agree to take part in treatment in alcohol and drug rehab programs, even if not of their own choice as is occasionally ordered by the judge, these persons have a significantly better opportunity of dealing with the crux of the problem so that they can stay abstinent and away from negative influences and [[[committing drug related crimes. The costs to society associated with these drug related offenses is also affected positively when criminal justice clients are helped in drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers in Walnut Grove, AL. instead of incarceration or other penalties.