Rehabbing men and women who are addicted and dependent to drugs or alcohol and have found their way into the criminal justice system has proven a productive method of curbing repeat drug related crimes those offenders who do receive treatment. For criminal justice clients in Fresh Meadows that do agree to take part in treatment in drug and alcohol rehab programs, even if not of their own choice as is often court ordered, these persons have a far better chance at handling the crux of the problem so that they can remain sober and away from negative influences and [[[committing drug related criminal activity. The costs to the criminal justice system related to these drug related criminal offenses is also impacted positively when criminal justice clients are rehabilitated in drug and alcohol rehab centers in Fresh Meadows in lieu of jail time or other penalties.