DUI/DWI offenders in Patterson, NY. are sometimes given the chance to take advantage of an alcohol and drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other penalties for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The consequences for these types of criminal offenses can often be quite harsh, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that addressing the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Patterson, NY. who are lucky enough to be able to take part in such treatment in lieu of other far more severe penalties, many will stay out of the court system for good.