Regrettably, it is a fact that millions of people actually choose to operate a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing this not only puts one's life in danger and puts passengers and others at risk also, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also jail time. Often times someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse challenge. The court system understands this, and it is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehab rather than other serious consequences for their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely get rid of other penalties from the crime, but can decrease the severity of such consequences to some great extent. Particularly if the person willingly participates in alcohol and drug treatment and is a first time offender. Studies have shown that lots of those who do receive drug and alcohol rehab for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for comparable charges down the road.