Rehabbing men and women who are addicted to drugs and have found their way into the criminal justice system has proven effective in curbing future drug related crimes by those that do take advantage of treatment programs. For criminal justice clients in Edna who do take part in in drug and alcohol rehab facilities, even against one's will as is occasionally ordered by the court, these persons have a far better chance at addressing the crux of the issue so that they can remain abstinent and off of negative influences and [[[committing drug related criminal activity. The costs to society associated with these drug related offenses is also affected positively when criminal justice clients turn out to be rehabilitated in drug treatment facilities in Edna in lieu of jail time or other harsh punishment.