How Long Does DUI Conviction Stay in my Driving Record?

Reader’s Question:

I have been convicted for DUI here in Arizona back in 1999. My record has been cleared since 2006. How come my DUI conviction was back to my driving history again? What would be the possible effects of this on me?

Bruce

Yuma, AZ

If your DUI record in Arizona has been cleared since 2006, as annoying as it may seem but, the new law in Arizona states that a DUI conviction will stay on your driving record for 10 years. In your case, you had your DUI in 1999 and had it removed from your record in 2006. Because of the new law, your DUI conviction would actually stay on your driving record until 2009.

The possible effect of this law would be on getting driver discount. I believe that you had since received a good driver discount when you had your record cleared in 2006. But since your DUI is now back on your driving history, you may not qualify for a good driver discount again until 2009. Another aspect that would be affected is your auto insurance. If your insurance company did not know about your DUI conviction, they might find it out sooner or later when they check your driving record. If the insurance company finds out about it, your premium rates would likely go up if they don’t drop you. But most of the major auto car insurance companies would not offer auto insurance to those who have been convicted of driving under the influence. If that happens, you would have to find another insurance company that will give you coverage.

How Long Does DUI Conviction Stay in my Driving Record?


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