Regrettably, it's true that millions of people choose to drive a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This not simply puts one's life in danger and puts passengers in danger also, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties as well as time in jail. Quite often somebody who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse problem. The court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug treatment rather than other extreme consequences for their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug and alcohol rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eliminate other effects from the crime, but could decrease the severity of such consequences to a great extent. Particularly if the person willingly participates in alcohol and drug rehabilitation and is a first-time offender. Research indicates that lots of individuals who do receive drug treatment because of a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the courts for comparable charges in the future.