DUI/DWI offenders in Mobile, Alabama are often given the chance to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for these kinds of criminal offenses can often be very harsh, and may include jail time and significant fines and various significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for new offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Mobile, Alabama that are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment in lieu of other more serious punishment, a great number will remain out of the court system permanently.