DUI/DWI offenders in Checotah are sometimes given the option to participate in a drug and alcohol rehab program instead of punishment for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for these kinds of crimes can ordinarily be very harsh, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and various significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for new offenders, the court will decide that treating the problems of alcohol and drug addiction in drug rehab is a better decision in the long run for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Checotah who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other far more severe punishment, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.