DUI/DWI offenders in Palmer are often given the chance to take part in an alcohol and drug rehab center instead of penalties for their drug or alcohol related criminal offenses. Penalties for such criminal offenses can occasionally be rather harsh, including being locked up in jail and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs associated with being in the court system for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Often, especially for initial offenders, the court finds that addressing the issues of alcohol and drug addiction in drug rehab is a better decision in the long run for effectively addressing the problem. For DUI/DWI offenders in Palmer who are lucky enough to be able to take part in this rehab process in lieu of other additional serious penalties, many will stay out of the criminal justice system for good.