DUI/DWI offenders in Torrance are occasionally given the opportunity to participate in a drug and alcohol rehab center as opposed to receiving other consequences for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for such crimes can occasionally be quite harsh, which can include jail time and serious fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system may decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Torrance, CA. who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment instead of other more severe punishment, most will remain out of the court system permanently.