Regrettably, it is a fact that millions of people actually choose to drive a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. Doing so not simply puts one's life in danger and puts passengers in danger too, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not result in severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties as well as jail time. Often times anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse challenge. The court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehab as an alternative to other serious penalties for crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eliminate other penalties of the crime, but can decrease the severity of such consequences to a great extent. Specifically if the person willingly participates in drug rehabilitation and is a first time offender. Studies have shown that a large percentage of folks who do receive alcohol and drug rehabilitation for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the court system for comparable charges down the road.