Unfortunately, the simple truth is that tens of millions of people actually choose to drive an automobile while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This not only puts one's life at risk and puts passengers and others in danger as well, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will typically bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines and even jail time. Quite often someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse challenge. A legal court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehab instead of other extreme penalties for crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug treatment as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely get rid of other effects of the crime, but could decrease the seriousness of such consequences to some large degree. Particularly if the person willingly participates in alcohol and drug rehabilitation and is a first-time offender. Research has shown that a large percentage of those who do receive drug treatment because of a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the court system for comparable charges down the road.