DUI/DWI offenders in Redwood Valley, California are occasionally given the chance to take advantage of an alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility in lieu of penalties for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The consequences for these types of offenses can ordinarily be rather serious, which can include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. More often than not, particularly for first time offenders, the court finds that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Redwood Valley who are fortunate enough to be allowed to take part in such treatment in lieu of other far more serious penalties, many will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.