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• How long will DUI arrests that result in a conviction stay on my driving record?

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  Each state treats DUI arrests differently. Especially when it comes to your driving record. In some states a DUI or DWI conviction will stay on your record permanently. Whereas other states will allow for a drunk driving conviction to be expunged after a certain number in years. In Virginia, for example, a DUI conviction will be removed after 11 years. Whereas in New Mexico it remains for 55 years on your record. For a state-by-state list consult the grid below. Because DUI laws can be confusing, you should always consider hiring a DUI lawyer. Their legal expertise could possibly help minimize your DUI penalties, which could save you money and spare you jail time.  ..

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• How can I clear my DUI record?

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  Like other kinds of crimes, you can’t really ever completely clear your DUI record; once it’s there, there’s always some entity (such as the court system or law enforcement) that can access it. You can, however, seal your DUI record by having it expunged – if your state allows DUI or DWI expungement. Because no state takes drunk driving lightly, sealing or expunging a DUI record usually doesn’t prevent the courts or law enforcement from accessing it, but it does help you out regarding routine background checks, such as those related to employment or any application or document that asks you if you’ve ever been convicted of a felony. Check your state in the grid below to find out whether your state’s DUI laws allow for expungement (the notes outline..

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• Who is eligible to have the court expunge DUI charges?

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  If you're hoping to have a court expunge DUI charges from your record, you first need to find out if your state allows this option. Each state has different rules on this matter, including who is eligible. This is an important issue since a DUI or DWI will appear on your driving record and possibly, depending on your state, remain permanently. This, in turn, could harm your hiring ability with certain employers, or hamper your ability to pass security clearances.  To help clear your record of drunk driving charges you should consider hiring a DUI lawyer. With their comprehensive grasp of DUI laws, they can help guide you through the process, which can get complicated. Especially in states with a long list of requirements (see grid below). ..

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