Regrettably, it is a fact that tens of millions of people decide to drive an automobile while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing so not simply puts one's life at risk and puts passengers at risk too, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will usually lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even time in jail. Often times somebody who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying drug abuse issue. The court system knows this, and it is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehabilitation rather than other severe penalties because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely get rid of other consequences from the crime, but sometimes decrease the degree of such consequences to some great extent. Particularly if the individual willingly participates in alcohol and drug treatment and is also a first-time offender. Studies have shown that a large percentage of folks who do receive drug and alcohol rehabilitation for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the courts for similar charges down the road.