DUI/DWI offenders in Fernley, Nevada are sometimes given the chance to take advantage of a drug rehab center as opposed to receiving other penalties for their drug or alcohol related crimes. The punishment for such 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, specifically for new offenders, the court may decide that treating the issues of drug or alcohol addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Fernley, NV. that are fortunate enough to be able to take part in such treatment in lieu of other additional extreme penalties, many will remain out of the criminal justice system permanently.