DUI/DWI offenders in Sunray are sometimes given the opportunity to participate in a drug and alcohol rehab facility as opposed to receiving other consequences for their alcohol or drug related crimes. Penalties for such criminal offenses can ordinarily be very extreme, and may include being locked up in jail and substantial fines and various significant costs associated with being in court for and/or convicted of DUI/DWI. Many times, especially for first time offenders, the judge finds that treating the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is a better decision in the long run for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in Sunray who are fortunate enough to be permitted to take part in such treatment in lieu of other more extreme consequences, many will stay out of the criminal justice system permanently.