DUI/DWI offenders in Selah are often given the chance to take advantage of a drug rehabilitation facility in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. Penalties for such criminal offenses can often be very serious, including incarceration and significant fines and other significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for new offenders, the judge will decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in drug rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Selah who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment in lieu of other more severe consequences, most will remain away from the criminal justice system permanently.