Unfortunately, the simple truth is that tens of millions of people choose to operate a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing so not just puts one's life at risk and puts passengers and others in danger too, but being caught driving drunk (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not bring about serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, monetary penalties and even incarceration. In many cases a person 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 drug and alcohol rehab as an alternative to other severe consequences because of their crime. Agreeing or obliging to participate in drug rehabilitation as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely eliminate other effects from the crime, but could decrease the severity of such penalties to a great extent. Particularly if the person willingly participates in drug rehab and is a first time offender. Research has shown that a large percentage of individuals who do receive drug and alcohol rehabilitation because of a DUI/DWI offense avoid the court system for similar charges down the road.