DUI/DWI offenders in Jefferson, IA. are often given the option to participate in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation center instead of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for these types of crimes can occasionally be quite serious, 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. Often, especially for initial offenders, the judge will decide that addressing the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Jefferson, IA. that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other more serious penalties, most will remain away from the criminal justice system permanently.