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When does a DUI show up on your driving record?
I got a DUI a few days ago in California, but I haven’t been notified of any major changes in my record. How long does it take for a DUI to show up on your driving record?
Joshua Levy · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
When you’re convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), the violation should appear on your record once you’re convicted. The ticket is just the initial stage, you will have to go to court for it to become an official conviction–due process and all that.
Expect to be summoned for a court appearance, usually within about a month or so of the ticket, called an arraignment. You might have to make several court appearances for a first-time DUI. California has its own
process and penalties for a DUI
, and it’s a good idea to contact your attorney quickly if you are pulled over for a DUI.Once you go through court procedures, the courts must process the paperwork, so it may take a week or so for the
DUI
to appear on your official record. However, from start to finish, the sentencing can take up to six months, depending on the court’s schedule.Remember, DUIs stay on your record for 10 years after the conviction in
California
. While some violations may be expunged, DUIs cannot be removed from your driving record.After any traffic violation, your car insurance rate will likely increase significantly. But a DUI could cause your car insurance to increase by as much as 74%. You might have to
file an SR-22
as part of a DUI conviction. Since most providers won’t change your rate until your policy is renewed, it may take a few months to see any major changes.View full answer
- Gregory R.
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