DUI/DWI offenders in Utica are often given the chance to take advantage of a drug rehabilitation facility in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for such crimes can ordinarily be rather harsh, including incarceration and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. More often than not, especially for new offenders, the judge will decide that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Utica who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment in lieu of other additional severe consequences, most will stay away from the court system permanently.