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Does DUI/DWI Remain on Your Record?

Posted on 04. Aug, 2011 by Admin in DWI

Driving under the influence, or DUI and driving while intoxicated, or DWI, will likely be a serious issue when your driving and criminal records are checked. DUI/DWI arrests can remain in your records permanently.

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This can affect your employment, as employers perform background checks on prospective employees, so you want to keep your records private. You are in luck if the employer for example checks only your driving records for the past three years, when in fact, you have been charged five years ago. Nevertheless, the DUI/DWI will still appear when the employer performs a background check on your criminal records.

DUI/DWI records can be expunged from your criminal records. It is a very expensive and time-consuming procedure, but it is possible to limit your criminal records to the public. Expungement petitions can be denied if there are conditions that are not met; for example, petitioner is in probation, sentenced to state prison, or has pending criminal charges. In addition, the initial judge’s ruling should have been successfully completed, including paying fines and penalties and serving jail time.

Normally, people who request for expungement of DUI/DWI records will need to hire a lawyer who specializes in DUI and/or expungement; a lawyer who specializes in expungement is an expert in the legal procedures for expunging the criminal records. As previously mentioned, this is not an easy process, but if executed correctly (and a lot of persistence), the DUI charges can be taken off the record.

Of course, it is best to avoid DUI arrests – avoid drunk driving. Nevertheless, if you are arrested for DUI, it is of your best interest to be aware of your rights and the options that are available to you; expungement is one of your options. There are also instances when a person arrested for DUI is not guilty. By being aware of your legal rights and the options available to you will give you a fresh start.

The information in this article is not intended nor should be considered legal advice.