DUI/DWI offenders in Lake Elsinore are often given the chance to take part in a drug treatment facility in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. The consequences for these types of crimes can often be quite serious, including jail time and significant fines and even significant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for initial offenders, the court finds that treating the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lake Elsinore, CA. that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in this rehab process instead of other more severe consequences, a great number will remain out of the criminal justice system for good.