Regrettably, the simple truth is that tens of millions of people actually choose to drive an automobile while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. Doing this not just puts one's life at risk and puts passengers and others in danger too, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not cause serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and in many cases time in jail. Sometimes someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying substance abuse issue. The court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to offer DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehab as an alternative to other severe penalties for his or her crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not exactly completely get rid of other effects from the crime, but can decrease the degree of such consequences to a great extent. Particularly if the person willingly participates in drug and alcohol rehabilitation and is a first-time offender. Studies show that a large percentage of those who do receive alcohol and drug rehabilitation because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for similar charges in the future.