DUI/DWI offenders in West Columbia often find themselves burdened with serious penalties as a result of their offenses which could include time in jail and other consequences which can afflict them for years. In lieu of such consequences or to lessen some of them, some DUI/DWI offenders are offered or possibly court ordered to participate in a West Columbia drug and alcohol treatment program to handle their problems with drug abuse. Court ordering or recommending that DUI/DWI offenders participate in drug and alcohol treatment has proven effective not only in addressing problems regarding substance abuse but also in keeping them away from the criminal justice system permanently. Many DUI/DWI offenders that are given this chance end up rehabbed, having a beneficial influence not only on the offender but on the court system and society itself.