DUI/DWI offenders in New Haven, CT. are often given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug rehab center in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The punishment for these types of criminal offenses can often be quite extreme, and may include incarceration and significant fines and other significant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, particularly for new offenders, the court will decide that treating the issues of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in New Haven, CT. who are fortunate enough to be able to participate in such treatment in lieu of other additional severe consequences, many will stay away from the criminal justice system for good.