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 Nevada, courts have the authority to mandate individuals convicted of DUI (Driving Under the Influence) offenses to participate in alcohol rehabilitation or treatment programs. These programs may be a condition of the offender's probation, either after serving time in jail or prison, or as an alternative to incarceration. Nevada law, specifically NRS 484C.320, allows for the requirement of an alcohol or drug dependency evaluation and the completion of an educational course or treatment program as part of the sentencing for DUI offenses. Additionally, offenders with multiple DUI convictions are often required to undergo more intensive treatment programs. Voluntarily entering an alcohol rehabilitation program while out on bond and awaiting trial for a DUI charge can be strategically beneficial. An attorney with experience in DUI/DWI cases can provide guidance on treatment options and how proactive rehabilitation efforts might positively influence the outcome of the case.