Unfortunately, the simple truth is that millions of people decide to drive a vehicle while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. Doing so not simply puts one's life at risk and puts passengers at risk as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines and even prison time. Sometimes anyone 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 offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug rehab as an alternative to other extreme penalties for crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eliminate other effects of the crime, but can decrease the severity of such consequences to some great extent. Specifically if the person willingly participates in drug treatment and is also a first-time offender. Studies show that a lot of people who do receive drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for similar charges down the road.