DUI/DWI offenders in Lake Villa, IL. are often given the chance to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. The consequences for such offenses can ordinarily be rather harsh, which can include jail time and substantial fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for new offenders, the judge may decide that treating the problems of alcohol and drug addiction in treatment is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lake Villa, IL. who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other additional severe penalties, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.