Regrettably, it's true that tens of millions of people actually choose to operate a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Doing so not only puts one's life in danger and puts passengers at risk as well, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not cause severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and in many cases jail time. Often times anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse issue. A legal court system understands this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug rehab rather than other serious consequences because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eliminate other consequences from the crime, but could decrease the seriousness of such penalties to a great extent. Particularly if the individual willingly participates in drug and alcohol rehab and is also a first-time offender. Research has shown that lots of folks who do receive drug treatment for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the courts for similar charges in the future.