Regrettably, it is a fact that tens of millions of people choose to drive an automobile while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing this not merely puts one's life at risk and puts passengers at risk also, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually result in serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even time in jail. Quite often someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse challenge. The court system knows this, and it is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehab rather than other severe consequences for his or her crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in alcohol and drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not exactly completely eliminate other consequences from the crime, but could decrease the degree of such consequences to a great extent. Specifically if the person willingly takes part in alcohol and drug rehab and is also a first-time offender. Studies have shown that a large proportion of folks who do receive drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the courts for similar charges in the future.