Regrettably, the simple truth is that millions of people decide to drive an automobile while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Doing so not merely puts one's life in danger and puts passengers in danger also, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always bring about severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines as well as time in jail. Often times someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse issue. A legal court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehab instead of other extreme penalties for their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely get rid of other consequences from the crime, but can decrease the severity of such consequences to some great extent. Particularly if the individual willingly participates in alcohol and drug rehabilitation and is also a first time offender. Studies have shown that a large percentage of people who do receive drug and alcohol rehab for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for similar charges down the road.