DUI/DWI offenders in Whiteville are sometimes given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehab center in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The consequences for such criminal offenses can occasionally be very severe, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and other significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for initial offenders, the judge may decide that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is a better decision in the long run for full handling the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Whiteville who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment in lieu of other more serious consequences, most will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.