DUI/DWI offenders in Mesa, AZ. are sometimes given the chance to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment program instead of penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for such offenses can often be rather severe, including incarceration and significant fines and various absorbitant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Mesa, AZ. who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment in lieu of other additional serious penalties, a great number will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.