Regrettably, the simple truth is that millions of people make the decision to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing this not simply puts one's life at risk and puts passengers in danger at the same time, but being caught driving while impaired (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also time in jail. Sometimes anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse issue. A legal court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug rehabilitation as an alternative to other severe consequences for his or her crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in alcohol and drug treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eradicate other effects from the crime, but can decrease the severity of such penalties to some great extent. Specifically if the person willingly participates in alcohol and drug treatment and is a first-time offender. Research indicates that lots of people who do receive drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for comparable charges down the road.