Unfortunately, the simple truth is that millions of people make the decision to drive an automobile while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Doing so not only puts one's life at risk and puts passengers in danger at the same time, but being caught driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) will more often than not lead to serious penalties including driver's license suspension or cancellation, fines as well as time in jail. Often times someone who has been found guilty of DUI or DWI ultimately has an underlying substance abuse issue. The court system understands this, and it is therefore inclined to provide DUI and DWI Offenders drug rehab as an alternative to other severe penalties for crime. Agreeing or obliging to take part in drug and alcohol rehab as a DUI/DWI Offender may not completely get rid of other effects of the crime, but can decrease the severity of such penalties to a great extent. Particularly if the person willingly takes part in alcohol and drug rehabilitation and is also a first-time offender. Studies show that a large proportion of folks who do receive alcohol and drug rehab for a DUI/DWI offense stay out of the court system for comparable charges later on.