DUI/DWI offenders in Wilmington are occasionally given the opportunity to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment program instead of penalties for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for these types of offenses can occasionally be rather serious, which can include jail time and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for new offenders, the judge 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 Wilmington, CA. that are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment in lieu of other additional extreme consequences, many will remain away from the court system permanently.