Sadly, it's true that tens of millions of people make the decision to drive an automobile while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. This not just puts one's life at risk and puts passengers among others in danger also, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also incarceration. In many cases somebody who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse issue. The court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol treatment as an alternative to other serious consequences for crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in alcohol and drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely get rid of other consequences of the crime, but can decrease the severity of such penalties to some large degree. Specifically if the person willingly takes part in drug treatment and is a first-time offender. Studies show that a large proportion of folks who do receive drug and alcohol rehab for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for similar charges down the road.