DUI/DWI offenders in Kasson, Minnesota are sometimes given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be very severe, which can include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even significant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, specifically for initial offenders, the judge will decide that treating the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Kasson, Minnesota who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in this rehab process instead of other additional serious punishment, a great number will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.