DUI/DWI offenders in Lucerne Valley, California are often given the option to participate in an alcohol and drug rehab facility instead of punishment for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The punishment for such offenses can ordinarily be rather extreme, and may include incarceration and serious fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Frequently, specifically for first time offenders, the court will decide that addressing the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Lucerne Valley who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other additional severe punishment, many will remain out of the criminal justice system for good.