DUI/DWI offenders in Mc Donough, NY. are sometimes given the chance to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program as opposed to receiving other penalties for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The punishment for such criminal offenses can occasionally be rather harsh, including jail time and significant fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for initial offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that addressing the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is will prove more effective in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Mc Donough, NY. who are lucky enough to be able to participate in such treatment instead of other far more serious penalties, a great number will stay out of the court system permanently.