DUI/DWI offenders in Pampa, TX. are sometimes given the chance to participate in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center instead of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The consequences for these types of criminal offenses can occasionally be very harsh, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Often, specifically for new offenders, the criminal justice system will decide that treating the concerns of alcohol and drug abuse in treatment is will prove more effective in the long term for curbing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Pampa, TX. who are lucky enough to be permitted to participate in this rehab process in lieu of other additional severe consequences, a great number will remain out of the criminal justice system for good.