DUI/DWI offenders in Byram are sometimes given the option to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment program in lieu of consequences for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The consequences for such crimes can ordinarily be very severe, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for first time offenders, the criminal justice system finds that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Byram who are lucky enough to be allowed to take part in this rehab process instead of other more serious punishment, many will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.