DUI/DWI clients that are taking part in alcohol and drug treatment programs are either there by their own choice, but generally in drug rehab due to a mandatory court ruling. DUI/DWI clients, particularly initial offenders might be required to go to treatment either in place of other consequences or as a part of a sentence. DUI/DWI clients can benefit greatly from rehab as an alternative to being punished for his or her crimes, and so can the judicial system. It has been verified that people who are treated for substance abuse issues as an alternative to other penalties being enforced upon them have greater chances of remaining out from the court system than those who are fined, ordered to prison time, etc. In drug and alcohol rehab centers DUI/DWI clients can establish why they abuse alcohol and drugs, so that they can address these problems in order to find resolution for the actual conditions and circumstances in their lives which set off their drug or alcohol use. This can certainly save lives, not just the lives of the DUI/DWI clients, but people that may be affected by their drug abuse when they drive while under the influence in the future. It is a real second chance for DUI/DWI clients.