Unfortunately, it is a fact that millions of people actually choose to operate a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Doing this not simply puts one's life in danger and puts passengers and others in danger also, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always lead to severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even incarceration. In many cases a person who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying drug abuse challenge. The court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehabilitation as an alternative to other severe consequences because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in alcohol and drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not exactly completely get rid of other penalties from the crime, but can decrease the severity of such consequences to a large degree. Particularly if the individual willingly takes part in alcohol and drug rehab and is also a first time offender. Research indicates that a large proportion of those who do receive drug and alcohol treatment for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for comparable charges later on.