Originally Posted by
Justfor1 
The alcohol withdrawal can sometimes become a medical emergency. Especially, if they have had DT's in the past. It's probably a better idea to take them to the hospital so they don't die. Not sure if this would be enabling though. It's ironic that although alcohol is legal it probably does more physical damage to the body than the typical illegal drugs.
Where I live, if someone goes to the hospital for a seizure brought on by alcohol withdrawal, they lose their drivers license for six months.