Unfortunately, it is a fact that millions of people actually choose to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing this not only puts one's life in danger and puts passengers among others in danger also, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also incarceration. In many cases someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse challenge. The court system knows this, and it is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehab as an alternative to other severe consequences for his or her crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eradicate other consequences from the crime, but could decrease the seriousness of such penalties to a great extent. Specifically if the person willingly participates in drug and alcohol rehabilitation and is a first-time offender. Studies have shown that a lot of individuals who do receive alcohol and drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for comparable charges later on.