Unfortunately, the simple truth is that millions of people make the decision to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing so not simply 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 typically bring about severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also jail time. Often times someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying drug abuse challenge. The court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehab as an alternative to other serious penalties because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in alcohol and drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eliminate other consequences from the crime, but can decrease the seriousness of such penalties to some great extent. Specifically if the individual willingly participates in drug and alcohol rehab and is a first-time offender. Research indicates that a large percentage of those who do receive alcohol and drug rehabilitation because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for comparable charges down the road.