DUI Blogger

Even though driving under the influence is one of the most common misdemeanor crimes in California…it seems as though everyone knows at least one person who has been convicted of this offense…that doesn’t stop prospective employers, loan agencies, universities, or others from using it to discriminate against you. But that doesn’t have to be the case any longer.

As long as you (1) successfully completed your probation, and (2) are not currently charged with another offense, on probation for another offense, or serving a sentence for another offense, you are eligible to have your case expunged.

Penal Code 1203.4 PC California’s expungement law allows you to clear your conviction. In fact, Penal Code 1203.5 PC California’s expungement law provides that once your conviction is expunged, you are discharged from all “penalties and disabilities” arising from the conviction. This means that you no longer have to disclose the conviction on employment applications, loan applications, or any other document with very few exceptions. You must however still list the conviction on any state licensing applications, any public office applications, and disclose the conviction in any negotiations with the state lottery.

Even if you’ve been acquitted of a California DUI by a judge or jury, the fact that you have an arrest on your record can get in the way of prospective employment, state licensing, housing and financial applications. Unfortunately, the fact that you were acquitted won’t win you much favor. Any criminal activity can…and most likely will…be used against you in virtually every way possible.

Fortunately, California law provides some relief. If you (1) were acquitted of a California DUI (or any other California crime), (2) had your case dismissed, or (3) the prosecutor never filed charges after your arrest, you are eligible to have your California criminal record sealed and destroyed.

Having your California criminal record sealed and destroyed opens countless doors and leaves your unfortunate mishap in the past. Once your arrest is sealed and destroyed, you are free to treat it as if it never happened. No more shame, rejection, or discrimination...it’s as if you’ve been given a fresh start.

Speak to a California expungement lawyer today to find out how to secure your new, brighter future.