DUI/DWI offenders in Dubuque, IA. are sometimes given the option to participate in a drug rehab facility as opposed to receiving other penalties for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The consequences for these types of offenses can occasionally be quite severe, and may include being locked up in jail and significant fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for initial offenders, the court may decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Dubuque, IA. who are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in this rehab process instead of other more severe penalties, many will stay away from the court system permanently.