DUI/DWI offenders in Boulder Creek are often given the option to take part in a drug and alcohol rehab facility in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. Penalties for such criminal offenses can occasionally be very severe, and may include incarceration and substantial fines and various significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for initial offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Boulder Creek that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment instead of other far more extreme penalties, many will stay away from the criminal justice system for good.