Regrettably, it's true that tens of millions of people decide to operate a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. This not only puts one's life at risk and puts passengers in danger as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even prison time. In many cases anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying drug abuse problem. A legal court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug treatment instead of other extreme consequences for their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in alcohol and drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eliminate other penalties of the crime, but can decrease the degree of such consequences to a great extent. Particularly if the person willingly participates in drug and alcohol treatment and is a first time offender. Studies show that a large percentage of individuals who do receive alcohol and drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for similar charges in the future.