DUI/DWI offenders in Boynton Beach are sometimes given the chance to take advantage of an alcohol and drug treatment program in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The punishment for such criminal offenses can often be very serious, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, specifically for initial offenders, the criminal justice system finds that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Boynton Beach that are lucky enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment instead of other more extreme penalties, many will remain out of the court system permanently.