Unfortunately, the simple truth is that tens of millions of people decide to operate a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This not only puts one's life at risk and puts passengers among others in danger at the same time, 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. In many cases someone 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 offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehab rather than other serious consequences for crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug and alcohol rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eradicate other effects of the crime, but could decrease the severity of such consequences to a great extent. Specifically if the individual willingly takes part in drug treatment and is also a first time offender. Studies show that a large percentage of individuals who do receive drug and alcohol rehab for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the courts for similar charges down the road.