Driving Record

[MistriBuck]

i got popped for a DUI but it was reduced, although my license was still suspended................everything dropped off of my record after 3 years..........i have a clean DMV now........i don't know if it is different for an ACTUAL DUI, but i know my record is considered clean just 3 years after my suspension.........granted my DUI was in Ohio and i moved to Cali, so i don't know if it differs

 

[NightmaresDad]

Don't quote me on this but I believe that people with these plates can be pulled at any time for no apparent reason. Just allows cops to do random checks of the driver.

"It turns out the cops pulled over every car that was driving down that sidewalk, and that's profiling, and that's wrong." -Ron White

Going by what Mistri said, there's your solution - just move to Cali until it drops off - but make sure you get out there before December so you can get us all Rose Bowl tickets!

 

[tibor75]

I agree.

Hey Tibs, do they have those special license plates in PA for drunk drivers?

Here in Ohio you get yellow plates with red letters after 2 DUI's. I like the scarlet letter idea.

Don't quote me on this but I believe that people with these plates can be pulled at any time for no apparent reason. Just allows cops to do random checks of the driver.

that's pretty cool, thump. I had no idea Ohio had something like that. Not sure about PA, but it's a great idea.

 

[Deety]

For those wondering about insurance, here's a little info from my days as an underwriter. It varies by state, but in general, we could look at 10 years, reject for 5 years, and charge for 3 years.

In other words, a DUI in 3 years would be surcharged, and probably push you to a lower-tier (more expensive) policy. Between 3-5 years, it would not be surcharged, but you'd still get a mid- or low- level policy. Between 5-10 years, it could not be listed as an underwriting factor, but if there were any other factor on the policy - speeding tickets, accidents, etc. - those factors were to be used as a reason to give the more expensive policy. You might never realize the difference between "GEICO Preferred" and "GEICO Indemnity," but your wallet will. I'd guess an average of $1000/yr. difference. (BTW, if any of you ever do call GEICO, play up your job title. Trust me. Teachers should definitely give them a try.)

Also, don't assume something won't show up on a motor vehicle report just because someone says it has "dropped off." There are ways...

Of course, all this can be avoided...

 

[LloydSev]

Changes Effective January 1, 2004
"Family" plates required during period of suspension

Added to the law beginning January 1, 2004 is the requirement that "family" plates be placed on all vehicles owned by the offender during the period of their suspension if the offender is given limited driving privileges. Normal white and blue plates are confiscated and destroyed and new, red and yellow plates are substituted during the suspension period. Even first time offenders are required to display these plates. Therefore, if you are given limited driving privileges, you are required to use these plates for a minimum period of six months. AND these plates must be used even if other members of your family drive the vehicle.

A glitch in the law requires that plates be placed on all cars OWNED by the offender. Since the law requires that normal plates be confiscated and the use of yellow and red plates be required if limited driving privileges are given, does this mean that you can not drive your vehicle if you lease your vehicle (since the offender must be the owner)? Stay tuned!!

http://www.ohio-dui.com/changesJan1.htm

 

[Zeta16]

Another DUI question. I got one the day before the Penn State game in 98 right after I turned 21. So it's been six years and I am looking for a teaching job. All of the background checks come up clean. So should I put it on my app. if they are only asking if I have had a felony. I always put it on when the also ask about driving records. SO what should I do when it asks about non-driving misdemeanors?

 

[Thump]

Another DUI question. I got one the day before the Penn State game in 98 right after I turned 21. So it's been six years and I am looking for a teaching job. All of the background checks come up clean. So should I put it on my app. if they are only asking if I have had a felony. I always put it on when the also ask about driving records. SO what should I do when it asks about non-driving misdemeanors?

I'm a teacher and they only ever asked for felonies to be listed.

I know teachers who've had DUI's and gotten jobs.

There are apps. that ask for non-driving misdemeanors?

 

[kinch]

Zeta:

Put it on for non-driving misdemeanors, I imagine. Typically, the "non-driving" part refers to speeding tickets and the like. Though you could plead ignorance. . .

For all DUI peeps: I remember that at work in Massachusetts there was this labor poster that told you your rights. One of those rights was that employers could not ask you about DUIs. So, if you ever have problems-- move to Massachusetts (plus you'll get to chill with SushiChic).

 

[FKAGobucks877]

Zeta - Nobody can really answer that question but you. The first question I would ask you is this - was it a felony DUI? If not, then obviously you don't have to put that down on your application. If it's yes, then it's your call. Some places will run a check, and others won't. You say it's dropped off your record, but I'm sure it will still show up in a lot of searches.

As for the other issue, Deety pretty much explained it. Standard insurance companies, such as State Farm, Allstate, Grange, American Family, Motorists, Erie, etc., will go back 5 years when deciding whether or not to give you a new policy. The non-standard companies, such as Geico, American General, Safe Auto, etc., will only rate you for the last three years, but they will also check back 5-10. And of course you'll be paying more.

To answer the original question, no, you can't do anything about it. It is a part of your driving and criminal record, and those records are almost always public. Even if they weren't, your employer can obtain them with a signature from you, or simply not hire you if you don't give them permission.

 

[BrutuStrength]

Put it on for non-driving misdemeanors, I imagine. Typically, the "non-driving" part refers to speeding tickets and the like. Though you could plead ignorance. . .

I wouldn't include it. If it wasn't a felonious incident (manslaughter, etc.) then it's a driving misdemeanor (you lost your license, right?) While including it might make you appear forthright and honest, the fact that you have a DUI may be viewed as a character flaw, either due to concerns of alcoholism or having poor judgement. When applying for jobs, you should never provide easy reasons for someone to not hire you.

Applications and resumes are the first portion of the candidate selection process. The entire process is really used to shave off candidates without going through the time and expense of interviewing them. Always be honest, but never, ever, volunteer information that could be detrimental to your goal (getting the job.) You should always try to make them find a reason to not select you, never volunteer that reason.

I regrettably had a DUI shortly after I turned 21 (off-campus fraternity party.) I never applied for positions that required clean driving records. I know that it wasn't an issue when I switched insurance companies about 5 years later.

 

[AMISH-SLAYER]

crazy thing is they don't take your old plates when they give you the red and yellow ones. also as far as teachers go. I had three teachers in my weekend course and one was a principal of a central ohio high school

 

[Zeta16]

Here is how it goes some times they ask for

1. List any felonies and court where trial took place

2. Felonies and non traffic misdemeanors

3. Felonies and misdemeanors and traffic violations.

I always put it down when it says non traffic misdemeanors, when it has just felonies I don't.

Any time I have taken a FBI background check I have come up clean with nothing on it.

At times I feel it is holding me from getting interviews and such even though I learned a lot from it and how much it has changed my life. There was no manslaughter or anything, just me hitting a telephone pole going 10 miles per hour at 430 pm after kegs and eggs. Since then I have never driven when I have a drop to drink, I don't want to go to jail.

 

[gbearbuck]

next time drive faster so the cop cannot catch you :tongue2:

A buddy of mine got one when I was in the car... I think his insurance is still sky high!! (it happened many years ago... then again he's good for one or two speeding tickets each year on top of the dui)...

 

[BrutuStrength]

1. List any felonies and court where trial took place...

It wasn't a felony, don't list it.

2. Felonies and non traffic misdemeanors...

It's a traffic misdemeanor, don't list it.

3. Felonies and misdemeanors and traffic violations...

It's a traffic violation, list it. A lot of these requests, however, often include time frames (last 5 years, etc.) Only list it if and when it falls within a specific timeframe.

 

[ScarletInMyVeins]

So nobody on here knows how to get this damn DUI expunged or changed to a lesser charge? I just had another job offer yesterday and I had to turn it down because of this damn thing. I don't need to know about insurance rates, or if my record is available to the public... I just want this goddamn thing gone!!! Or I could wait two more years and transfer into another position here... My company only checks the past three years.