Sadly, the simple truth is that tens of millions of people decide to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing this not merely puts one's life in danger and puts passengers among others in danger too, but being caught driving drunk (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 time in jail. Often times somebody who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse challenge. A legal court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol treatment rather than other severe penalties for crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eradicate other consequences from the crime, but could decrease the seriousness of such penalties to some large degree. Specifically if the person willingly takes part in drug rehabilitation and is a first time offender. Studies have shown that a large proportion of individuals who do receive drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the court system for similar charges in the future.