DUI/DWI offenders in Minneiska, Minnesota are often given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program as opposed to receiving other punishment for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The consequences for such crimes can occasionally be very harsh, which can include being locked up in jail and serious fines and other significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, particularly for new offenders, the judge may decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Minneiska, Minnesota who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in this rehab process instead of other additional severe punishment, a great number will stay out of the court system permanently.