DUI/DWI offenders in Dallas, TX. are occasionally given the option to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment facility in lieu of punishment for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such crimes can often be quite severe, which can include jail time and significant fines and other significant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, particularly for new offenders, the court may decide that treating the concerns of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is a better decision in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Dallas, TX. that are lucky enough to be permitted to participate in such treatment instead of other additional severe penalties, most will stay away from the court system permanently.