Sadly, it's true that millions of people choose to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing so not just puts one's life in danger and puts passengers among others at risk as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not result in severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even time in jail. Often times a person who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse problem. The court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehab instead of other extreme consequences because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eliminate other effects from the crime, but could decrease the seriousness of such penalties to a great extent. Specifically if the person willingly participates in drug rehab and is also a first-time offender. Research indicates that lots of individuals who do receive drug rehabilitation for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the courts for similar charges later on.