How Long Will a DUI Conviction Stay On Your Record?
Posted on May 26, 2015 9:34am PDT
In Missouri and Kansas, DUI and DWI convictions will stay on your criminal
record indefinitely, no matter the circumstances of your arrest. Depending
on the specifics of your case, qualified DUI defense attorney Steve Schanker
can negotiate to prevent a DUI or DWI conviction from going on your record.
The negative effects of a DUI conviction on your criminal record can be
particularly damaging in Missouri or Kansas. Beyond embarrassing you,
consequences for a DUI arrest and conviction could include:
- High fines and jail time
- License suspension or revocation
- Loss of employment or educational opportunities
- Installation of an Ignition Interlock Device on your vehicle
- Mandatory rehabilitation program
You Can Take Action to Clean Your Criminal Record
With the help of a professional Kansas City DUI attorney like Steve Schanker,
you can file for an
expungement of the crime under certain circumstances. If approved, authorities will
have to treat the arrest as if it never happened and they cannot provide
any information about it to other parties. To find out more about this
important and helpful legal process,
contact Attorney Steve Schanker today.