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How long does a drunk driving conviction last?
How long will a drunk driving conviction stay on my driving record? I haven’t actually been convicted yet, but I want to know what kind of timeframe I can expect.
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A
DUI or DWI
will last for quite a while. Typically, a drunk driving conviction will stay on your driving record for five years at the very least—and in some states, 10 years or indefinitely. Depending on where you live, you might also lose your driving privileges during this period.A drunk driving conviction will go on your criminal record, too. Unlike your driving record, however, the charge typically cannot be removed from your criminal record. This means that if can affect future employment opportunities, among other things.
One of the effects you’ll see after a DUI is increased insurance rates. Luckily, the
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