Unfortunately, it is a fact that millions of people decide to drive an automobile while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This not merely puts one's life at risk and puts passengers and others in danger also, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually bring about severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and in many cases time in jail. In many cases someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse problem. The court system knows this, and it is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehab instead of other extreme consequences for their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in alcohol and drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely get rid of other consequences from the crime, but can decrease the seriousness of such penalties to some large degree. Specifically if the individual willingly takes part in drug and alcohol rehab and is also a first-time offender. Studies have shown that a large percentage of people who do receive drug and alcohol rehabilitation for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for similar charges in the future.