DUI/DWI offenders in Mcintosh are sometimes given the option to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment facility in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. Penalties for these types of criminal offenses can often be very extreme, including jail time and significant fines and various significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for first time offenders, the judge may decide that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol addiction in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Mcintosh who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment instead of other additional extreme punishment, most will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.