Sadly, it's true that millions of people choose to drive an automobile while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. 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 almost always lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even time in jail. Sometimes someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying drug abuse problem. A legal court system understands this, and 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 and alcohol rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely get rid of other consequences from the crime, but sometimes decrease the degree of such consequences to some large degree. Particularly if the person willingly participates in drug and alcohol rehab and is a first-time offender. Studies have shown that a large proportion of those who do receive drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for similar charges in the future.