DUI/DWI offenders in Ozona are often given the option to take part in an alcohol and drug treatment program as opposed to receiving other penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such crimes can often be very severe, which can include being locked up in jail and significant fines and other significant costs to pay for being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Frequently, especially for initial offenders, the court will decide that treating the problems of alcohol and drug addiction in drug or alcohol rehab is going to be more effective in the long term for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Ozona that are fortunate enough to be able to participate in this rehab process instead of other additional severe penalties, most will stay away from the criminal justice system permanently.