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How long will a DUI stay on my driving record in South Carolina?

My friends and I went to Myrtle Beach for Spring Break, and unfortunately, I ended up with a DUI. I’m only 21 and I’m pretty worried about how this will affect me long term. Will this be on my South Carolina driving record forever?

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Macy Fouse · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Hey, everyone makes mistakes! In South Carolina, a DUI will stay on your driving record for 10 years, but it will stay on your criminal record forever.
Unlike other states, a DUI cannot be expunged from your criminal record in
South Carolin
a
. If you weren’t convicted, though, the charge may be removed from your record.
With a DUI on your driving record, your car insurance rates are sure to surge quite a bit. If you don’t get another DUI, your premiums will eventually decrease—but who has the time to wait around for 10 years?
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