DUI/DWI offenders in Gosport, Indiana are sometimes given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehab facility in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The consequences for these types of offenses can ordinarily be quite harsh, including being locked up in jail and significant fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, particularly for initial offenders, the court finds that addressing the problems of drug or alcohol addiction in drug rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Gosport, Indiana that are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment in lieu of other more severe penalties, a great number will stay away from the court system permanently.