DUI/DWI offenders in Katonah, NY. are often given the chance to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment facility in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be quite harsh, including jail time and serious fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, specifically for first time offenders, the judge finds that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Katonah, NY. who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in such treatment instead of other additional serious penalties, a great number will stay out of the court system permanently.