DUI/DWI offenders in Ripon, California are sometimes given the opportunity to participate in a drug rehab center instead of consequences for their alcohol or drug related criminal offenses. The consequences for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be very serious, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various absorbitant costs to pay for being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, particularly for new offenders, the court will decide that treating the problems of alcohol and drug abuse in drug rehab is going to be more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Ripon that are fortunate enough to be able to participate in such treatment in lieu of other more serious punishment, a great number will stay out of the court system permanently.