DUI/DWI offenders in El Monte are often given the chance to take part in a drug and alcohol treatment center instead of punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The punishment for these types of crimes can ordinarily be quite harsh, including jail time and significant fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for first time offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug addiction in drug rehab is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in El Monte who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment in lieu of other additional extreme penalties, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system for good.