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How many years does drunk driving stay on your license?
I want to show my brother how bad it can be if he is caught drunk driving. I know losing his license would be terrible for him. How long does drunk driving stay on your record?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Drunk driving will stay on your license for anywhere between five years to life, depending on the state in which you’re pulled over. Beyond endangering yourself and others, drunk driving can have far-reaching effects on your driving record, reputation, and license. It’s just not worth it!
Every state has different
DUI
laws, so the amount of time the charge stays on your record varies. For example, it lasts five years in the following states:- Alabama
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Delaware
- Hawaii
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- Mississippi
- Montana
- Rhode Island
In contrast, here are the states where the charge will show up permanently:
- Alaska
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Maine
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Vermont
Regardless of how long a drunk driving charge remains on your license, remember that it may stay on your criminal record forever. Because of this, your best bet is to find a sober ride or use a rideshare service.
If you get a DUI, you’re going to pay tons of money for a lawyer and court fees, not to mention the huge increase in your car insurance rates. But fortunately, you may be able to find cheaper insurance using the
Jerry
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