DUI/DWI offenders in Lowell are often given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug rehab center in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for such crimes can occasionally be quite severe, which can include being locked up in jail and significant fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in drug rehab is a better decision in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lowell who are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in this rehab process instead of other additional extreme punishment, a great number will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.