DUI/DWI offenders in Hope Valley, RI. are often given the option to take part in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such offenses can occasionally be quite harsh, including incarceration and serious fines and even significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for new offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is will prove more effective in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Hope Valley, RI. who are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in this rehab process instead of other additional extreme punishment, most will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.