Most people are aware of the immediate impact of a DUI/DWI conviction. Someone who is found guilty of a DUI will face a driver's license suspension, fines, jail time and installing an ignition interlock device. However, most people are unaware of the long-term consequences of a DUI, which can inflict more damage that affect a person's entire future. Here are some of the consequences DUI offenders may face. Background Checks A misdemeanor or felony DUI conviction shows up on a person's background check. Therefore, if a person is looking for work, a prospective employer will run a background check and the DUI conviction could cause the employer to move on to another application. Other agencies conduct background checks including banks, landlords …show more content…
Some insurance companies will no longer insure drivers who were convicted of a DUI. In this instance, drivers must turn to high-risk insurance companies who charge two to three times more for traditional auto insurance policies. Once a person is convicted of a DUI, many insurance companies will terminate their auto insurance policies. Loss of Employment Unfortunately, people who have jobs that require them to drive will lose their jobs if convicted of a DUI. In some cases, a company will terminate a person's employment once convicted of a DUI. Although there are laws protecting people from losing their jobs upon misdemeanor or felony convictions, the laws are tough to enforce since many companies find ways around them. A DUI conviction can tear down professional relationships since co-workers and employer may look at the person convicted in a negative light. Attending College Many colleges check a prospective student's background before admitting them to their school. A DUI conviction could cost young people their chance of attending a quality college. Many scholarship programs will often deny an applicant's application if convicted of a DUI. If a person has a scholarship in the works, a DUI conviction could cause the organization to rescind the