Regrettably, the simple truth is that tens of millions of people decide to operate a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. This not simply puts one's life in danger 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 almost always lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even prison time. Often times anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse problem. The court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug and alcohol rehab rather than other severe penalties 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 effects from the crime, but could decrease the seriousness of such consequences to some large degree. Specifically if the person willingly takes part in alcohol and drug treatment and is also a first-time offender. Research has shown that a large proportion of those who do receive alcohol and drug rehab because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for comparable charges later on.