How many years does a DWI stay on your driving record?

Fortunately for Ernie, all four of his prior DUI convictions occurred more than seven years ago. So, if Ernie is convicted on his current DUI case, the court will sentence him as a first offender. Some states don't have a washout period for DUI convictions. read more

Answer: A DWI or DWAI stays on your New York driving record for 10 years. As for the affect to your car insurance, it varies. Refer to our DUI insurance page, which covers information that applies to New York's DWI and DWAI charges. According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), a conviction that is alcohol-related or drug-related (for example, DWI or DWAI) remains on a person's driver record for 10 years. read more