Regrettably, it's true that millions of people choose to drive an automobile while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This not just puts one's life in danger and puts passengers and others at risk too, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not lead to severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines and also time in jail. Often times somebody who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse problem. A legal court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehabilitation as an alternative to other serious consequences 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 and alcohol treatment and is a first-time offender. Research has shown that a large percentage of those who do receive alcohol and drug rehabilitation because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for similar charges down the road.