Unfortunately, it is a fact that millions of people actually choose to operate a vehicle while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. Doing so not simply puts one's life in danger and puts passengers in danger as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also time in jail. Often times a person who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying drug abuse issue. A legal court system understands this, and it is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehab as an alternative to other serious consequences for crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely get rid of other penalties from the crime, but could decrease the severity of such penalties to a great extent. Specifically if the individual willingly participates in drug rehab and is also a first-time offender. Research indicates that a large proportion of those who do receive alcohol and drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the court system for comparable charges later on.