Unfortunately, it is a fact that tens of millions of people actually choose to drive a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This not merely puts one's life in danger and puts passengers among others in danger as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties as well as prison time. Quite often someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying drug abuse issue. The court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol treatment rather than other serious consequences for crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eradicate other penalties from the crime, but can decrease the seriousness of such consequences to some large degree. Particularly if the person willingly participates in alcohol and drug treatment and is a first time offender. Research has shown that a large proportion of those who do receive alcohol and drug rehab for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the court system for comparable charges later on.