DUI/DWI offenders in Benton are often given the opportunity to take advantage of an alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility instead of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such crimes can occasionally be quite severe, including jail time and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for initial offenders, the criminal justice system finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long run for full handling the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Benton who are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment instead of other far more severe penalties, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.