DUI/DWI offenders in Aurora are occasionally given the opportunity to take part in a drug treatment facility in lieu of punishment for their drug or alcohol related offenses. Penalties for these kinds of offenses can often be rather harsh, and may include jail time and serious fines and even significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for new offenders, the court may decide that addressing the concerns of drug or alcohol abuse in drug or alcohol rehab is will prove more effective in the long run for effectively addressing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Aurora who are fortunate enough to be able to take part in this rehab process instead of other far more severe punishment, a great number will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.