Many people who are convicted of DUI or DWI in West Portsmouth, Ohio discover that they are at a crossroads, and can either be dealt severe penalties for their alcohol and drug related offenses or agree to go to proven and effective drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs. First time DUI/DWI offenders are key prospects for such treatment, and this has been proven effective in addressing issues with drugs and alcohol and keeping them of the court system for good. In fact, even if the drug treatment alternative is involuntary and is ordered by the judge these clients experience similar if not better success rates as those who take part in alcohol and drug rehabilitation voluntarily. In essence, it is much more beneficial for the individual, the court system and society at large to treat DUI/DWI offenders than it is to penalize them.