Regrettably, it is a fact that millions of people choose to drive a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. Doing this not only puts one's life in danger and puts passengers in danger at the same time, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also time in jail. Often times anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse problem. The court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug treatment as an alternative to other severe penalties for their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug and alcohol treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eliminate other consequences of the crime, but can decrease the degree of such consequences to a great extent. Specifically if the individual willingly participates alcohol and drug rehabilitation and is also a first time offender. Studies show that a large percentage of individuals who do receive drug rehab because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for similar charges in the future.