In many states courts may order a person convicted of a DUI/DWI offense (driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated) to complete an alcohol rehabilitation or treatment program. Sometimes these programs are required as part of an offender’s probation following jail or prison time, and sometimes they are part of an offender’s probation or deferred adjudication in lieu of jail or prison time. And in some instances a person who is out of jail on bond and awaiting trial on a DUI/DWI charge may voluntarily enter an alcohol rehabilitation or treatment program—especially if the person has prior drug-and-alcohol-related convictions. An experienced DUI/DWI lawyer can be a valuable resource for helping such a person begin treatment and rehabilitation—and improving the potential outcome of pending criminal charges.

In Arkansas, courts have the authority to order individuals convicted of DUI (driving under the influence) offenses to complete an alcohol education or treatment program. These programs may be mandated as part of the offender's probation, either following incarceration or as an alternative to jail time. Arkansas law also allows for the possibility of deferred adjudication for certain offenders, where completion of a treatment program may be a condition of the deferral. Additionally, individuals awaiting trial for DUI charges in Arkansas may choose to voluntarily enter an alcohol rehabilitation program, which can be beneficial, especially for those with previous drug or alcohol-related convictions. An attorney specializing in DUI/DWI cases can provide guidance on the best course of action, including the initiation of treatment, which may positively influence the outcome of the pending charges.