Regrettably, it's true that tens of millions of people make the decision to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing so not just puts one's life in danger and puts passengers in danger as well, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will almost always bring about severe penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and also prison time. Sometimes anyone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately struggles with an underlying drug abuse problem. The court system knows this, and is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders alcohol and drug rehabilitation instead of other serious penalties because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug and alcohol rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender might not completely eradicate other effects from the crime, but can decrease the seriousness of such consequences to some large degree. Particularly if the person willingly participates drug rehab and is also a first time offender. Research indicates that a large percentage of people who do receive drug rehab for a DUI/DWI offense avoid the courts for similar charges down the road.