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How long will an Arizona DUI conviction stay on my record?
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How long will an Arizona DUI conviction stay on my record?
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Get Informed - DUI/DWI Law Information
We've got a large library of DUI and DWI law articles, Q&A's and other resources. Start here to learn about DUI laws, arrests, defense, penalties and more.
DUI Basics
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Your DUI and the DMV
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
DUI Arrests, Police Reports, Arraignments, and Fees
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
DUI/DWI Charges and Penalties
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
Fighting a DUI
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
Getting Help with a DUI/DWI Charge
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
Arizona DUI convictions can remain on your driving record for a period of five years from the date of conviction. This means that during this period of time, your car insurance rates may be more expensive and you may be unable to get a commercial drivers license or do jobs that require you to have a clean driving record. However, you are only required to have the special SR-22 insurance mandated for drunk drivers for a period of 3 years following the DUI conviction.
A DUI conviction is also a criminal conviction, and as such, those conducting a thorough background check may be able to find the DUI on your record for a much longer period of time- sometimes even for life. However, it may be possible to have the DUI charges sealed or expunged from your record if you meet the criteria for doing so.
To understand how to clear your record of a DUI, or to attempt to raise defenses after a DUI arrest so you don't get a record in the first place, you should strongly consider consulting with an experienced Arizona attorney who specializes in DUI cases.
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