DUI/DWI offenders in Tomah are occasionally given the opportunity to take part in a drug and alcohol rehab center in lieu of penalties for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The punishment for such offenses can often be very harsh, which can include incarceration and substantial fines and even significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, specifically for new offenders, the judge finds that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Tomah that are lucky enough to be able to participate in such treatment instead of other additional severe punishment, many will remain away from the court system for good.