DUI/DWI offenders in Surprise are often given the chance to take advantage of a drug and alcohol treatment program in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The consequences for these kinds of criminal offenses can often be quite extreme, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, specifically for first time offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that treating the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Surprise that are lucky enough to be able to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other more severe penalties, a great number will stay out of the court system for good.