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Will I lose my job for drunk driving?
I've always been a responsible driver with a clean record, but I recently made the mistake of driving under the influence. While I haven't been convicted yet, it's likely to happen. Could I lose my job because of a DUI?
Tiffany Leung · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
While it's possible to lose your job for a DUI conviction, it ultimately depends on your company's policy regarding legal matters.
Keep in mind that most employment in the U.S. is at-will, meaning employers can terminate employees for any reason, as long as it is non-discriminatory and non-retaliatory. This means they could potentially fire you even if you're not convicted.
Here are several factors that may work against you in this situation:
- Public-facing role: With a public-facing role, the negative publicity and backlash from your DUI arrest could harm your company's reputation.
- Your job requires security clearance: If your job involves access to confidential information and requires security clearance, a conviction could impact your trustworthiness and lead to termination.
- Commercial driver status: For commercial drivers, a DUI arrest alone could be grounds for termination, especially if you transport passengers. A DUI conviction would result in commercial driver's license revocation in many states.
Ideally, you should let your employer know about your arrest as soon as possible, especially since you’ll need time off to attend court. In the meantime, it’s vital to avoid any further traffic violations.
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