Regrettably, it's true that tens of millions of people make the decision to drive an automobile while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing this not simply puts one's life in danger and puts passengers at risk as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines as well as prison time. Sometimes someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse challenge. The court system understands this, and it is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug rehab rather than other serious penalties for 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 consequences to a great extent. Specifically if the person willingly takes part in drug and alcohol rehabilitation and is also a first-time offender. Studies have shown that a large percentage of folks who do receive alcohol and drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the courts for similar charges down the road.