DUI/DWI offenders in Wittensville are sometimes given the opportunity to participate in a drug rehabilitation program in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for these types of offenses can occasionally be rather harsh, which can include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for initial offenders, the judge may decide that treating the problems of drug or alcohol addiction in treatment is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Wittensville that are lucky enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment in lieu of other additional severe penalties, many will remain out of the criminal justice system for good.