DUI/DWI offenders in Pecos are occasionally given the chance to take part in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation program in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The consequences for such criminal offenses can often be very severe, which can include incarceration and significant fines and other absorbitant costs associated with being prosecuted and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for first time offenders, the court finds that treating the issues of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for full handling the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Pecos who are fortunate enough to be permitted to participate in this rehab process instead of other more extreme penalties, many will remain away from the court system permanently.