DUI/DWI offenders in Medford, Massachusetts are often given the chance to take part in a drug treatment facility in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The punishment for these types of offenses can often be rather serious, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for first time offenders, the court finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Medford, Massachusetts that are fortunate enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other far more serious punishment, a great number will remain away from the court system permanently.