DUI/DWI offenders in Copperopolis, California are often given the chance to take advantage of an alcohol and drug rehabilitation program in lieu of consequences for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for such criminal offenses can occasionally be very severe, and may include incarceration and substantial fines and even significant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for first time offenders, the criminal justice system finds that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Copperopolis who are lucky enough to be able to take part in such treatment instead of other far more serious punishment, most will remain away from the court system permanently.