DUI/DWI offenders in Holden are often given the opportunity to take advantage of an alcohol and drug treatment facility as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The consequences for such crimes can often be rather severe, which can include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for new offenders, the judge finds that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Holden that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment in lieu of other more severe penalties, most will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.