DUI/DWI offenders in Mecca, California are occasionally given the opportunity to participate in a drug rehabilitation facility in lieu of consequences for their alcohol or drug related offenses. The consequences for these types of crimes can often be very severe, and may include jail time and significant fines and other absorbitant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for new offenders, the court may decide that addressing the problems of drug or alcohol abuse 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 Mecca who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment instead of other more serious penalties, many will stay out of the court system for good.