Unfortunately, it is a fact that tens of millions of people decide to drive an automobile while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This not merely puts one's life at risk and puts passengers in danger also, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not cause serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also jail time. Often times a person who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse challenge. The court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehabilitation as an alternative to other serious consequences for crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eliminate other penalties of the crime, but tends to decrease the degree of such consequences to some great extent. Particularly if the person willingly takes part in drug rehabilitation and is a first time offender. Studies have shown that a large percentage of individuals who do receive drug and alcohol rehabilitation because of a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the court system for similar charges later on.