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What Effect Does A Dui Conviction Have On My Record?

In Mississippi, a DUI conviction stays on your driving record for, during which time any additional DUI convictions will increase the punishment. The charge itself will be on your record (rap sheet) for life. The DUI charge can have an adverse effect on your employment, especially if driving is a major part of your work duties. In addition, the DUI conviction will cause you to obtain SR22 insurance (also known as high risk insurance) for three years. Only high risk insurance companies write SR22 insurance. Should you drop the insurance, your driving license in Mississippi wll once again be suspended. Should you be charged with driving while your license is suspended in Mississippi, the fine is $500; there is a tenday to sixmonth jail term, and your license is suspended for an additional six months. The DUI charge on your record could also cause you problems with your credit report and with rental car companies. These problems occur when DUIs appear on your record. You always have the opportunity to contest DUIs, to take the matter to court, and in almost every case DUIs should be fought to obtain an outright acquittal or a nonDUI disposition. These are some of the reasons that I fight for an acquittal in your case.

Other Mississippi Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

Q: What Should I Do If And When I Am Stopped By Law Enforcement?
A: Upon seeing blue lights you should stop your car at the first available and safe location. Although you do not have to submit to any field sobriety tests or perform … More
Q: Should I Take The Breath Test?
A: Most attorneys will have a difference of opinion on this question. You are the only one that can decide this for yourself and particular situation. However, you should … More
Q: What Are Field Sobriety Tests (FST) And Should I Submit To Them If Asked To Perform Them?
A: Field Sobriety Tests (FST) are generally standardized tests which (some) officers have received training to administer and assist them in determining if a suspect is … More
Q: What Are The Penalties For A First Offense Dui?
A: DUI First Offense: $250.00 $1,000.00 fine; imprisoned for not more that 48 hours; and attendance of an alcohol safety education program (MASEP); driver's license … More
Q: What Are The Penalties For A Second Offense Dui?
A: DUI Second Offense (within 5 year period): $600.00 $1,500.00 fine; 5 days or no more than 1 year imprisonment; not less than 10 days nor more than 1 year … More
Q: What Are The Penalties For A Third Offense Dui?
A: DUI third or subsequent offense (within 5 year period): This is considered a felony. $2,000.00 $5,000.00 fine; imprisoned not less than 1 year and no more than 5 … More
Q: Can I Get A Hardship License?
A: Only First offenders who are not considered to have refused the breath test are considered. If you meet this basic hurdle, you may petition the Court for the return of … More
Q: What Does A Plea In A Dui Trial Mean?
A: There are basically three types of pleas in DUI cases. The first plea is taken on a date called an "arraignment" date, usually your first court appearance. … More
Q: If I Had A Drunk Driving (Or Impaired Driving) Conviction In Another State, Will It Show Up In Mississippi?
A: Drunk driving convictions from other states can show up in Mississippi in any number of ways. Most states are now linked together through computer systems run by law … More
Q: How Will A Dui Arrest Affect My Out-Of-State License?
A: Mississippi cannot suspend an outofstate license; only your home state can suspend your license. Mississippi can only suspend your privilege to drive in this … More