DUI/DWI offenders in Elmore City, OK. are sometimes given the option to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment facility as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The consequences for these kinds of criminal offenses can ordinarily be very severe, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for first time offenders, the court finds that addressing the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long term for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Elmore City, OK. that are lucky enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment in lieu of other more serious consequences, a great number will remain away from the court system permanently.