Sadly, it is a fact that millions of people make the decision to operate a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. This not only puts one's life in danger and puts passengers and others at risk as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually result in serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines as well as prison time. Often times a person who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying drug abuse issue. The court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug treatment instead of other extreme penalties for their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug and alcohol rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eliminate other penalties of the crime, but can decrease the seriousness of such penalties to a great extent. Particularly if the person willingly participates in alcohol and drug rehab and is also a first-time offender. Studies show that a large proportion of folks who do receive drug and alcohol rehabilitation for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for comparable charges in the future.