Sadly, the simple truth is that millions of people actually choose to operate a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This not just puts one's life at risk and puts passengers among others 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 in many cases time in jail. Often times anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse problem. The court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehabilitation rather than other extreme consequences because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely get rid of other penalties from the crime, but can decrease the severity of such penalties to some large degree. Particularly if the individual willingly participates in alcohol and drug rehabilitation and is also a first time offender. Research has shown that a large percentage of individuals who do receive drug and alcohol rehabilitation because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for comparable charges in the future.