Sadly, it's true that millions of people decide to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This not simply puts one's life in danger and puts passengers in danger as well, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always result in serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines and even jail time. Often times a person who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse issue. A legal court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehabilitation rather than other severe consequences because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug and alcohol rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely get rid of other effects from the crime, but can decrease the severity of such consequences to a great extent. Specifically if the person willingly participates in drug rehabilitation and is a first time offender. Studies show that a large percentage of those who do receive drug rehab because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for comparable charges down the road.