| If you're arrested and charged with a DUI in the state | | | | from your criminal record. Furthermore, if you have a |
| of California, it is highly likely that the incident will go on | | | | second DUI charge within ten years, the first DUI |
| your criminal record, or "rap sheet". However, there is | | | | incident could still be used as prior conviction. For |
| the possibility that you can get a DUI charged | | | | example, if DUI #1 is expunged but later the person is |
| expunged. An expungement has different definitions in | | | | charged with another DUI (#2), it will still be considered |
| every state, but generally it is a formal process of | | | | a second offense. |
| deleting or clearing a DUI charge from your record. | | | | Benefits of a DUI Expungement in California |
| However, due to the drunk driving laws being different | | | | So what then are the benefits of a DUI expungement |
| in each state, it's important to consult with a drunk | | | | if it can't be completely removed from your record? |
| driving defense attorney to get help with your DUI | | | | 1. The current case will be dismissed by the court |
| case. | | | | 2. You do not have disclose the DUI charge when |
| In the state of California you can get the DUI charge | | | | applying for a job with a private employer. However, if |
| expunged after completion of probation. However, | | | | applying for any government or state-related position, it |
| keep in mind that a DUI charge or conviction in | | | | must be disclosed. |
| California will not necessarily be removed permanently | | | | |