Regrettably, the simple truth is that tens of millions of people decide to operate a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. This not simply puts one's life in danger and puts passengers at risk too, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines and even time in jail. In many cases somebody who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse issue. The court system understands this, and it is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug treatment instead of other severe penalties because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in alcohol and drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eradicate other consequences of the crime, but could decrease the seriousness of such penalties to a great extent. Specifically if the person willingly participates drug rehab and is a first-time offender. Studies have shown that a large percentage of those who do receive drug rehabilitation because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for similar charges in the future.