DUI/DWI offenders in Eureka are sometimes given the chance to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehab center in lieu of consequences for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The consequences for these types of crimes can ordinarily be very harsh, and may include jail time and serious fines and other significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for first time offenders, the judge finds that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Eureka who are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other more severe punishment, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.