A driving under the influence, or DUI, conviction can change a driver’s life forever. Whether a driver knows it or not, DUI consequences extend past probation, fines and time in jail. If you’re arrested for DUI in California, your chances of keeping and obtaining a job can be compromised.
The state allows employers—and potential employers—to see a person’s:
- Driving record
- Vehicle registration
- Criminal record
- Past employers
A driving under the influence, or DUI, conviction can change a driver’s life forever. Whether a driver knows it or not, DUI consequences extend past probation, fines and time in jail. If you’re arrested for DUI in California, your chances of keeping and obtaining a job can be compromised.
The state allows employers—and potential employers—to see a person’s:
- Driving record
- Vehicle registration
- Criminal record
- Past employers
In fact, all this information and more is available to the public. There’s not a lot of information that isn’t available to potential employers.
Here’s what you should know about a background check after a DUI conviction:
A DUI and Future Employment
A DUI may prevent you from obtaining future employment. Unfortunately, a DUI conviction can even end your career. For instance, commercial drivers usually can’t continue working after being convicted for DUI. It’s up to the employer to determine if a criminal record will keep an individual from getting a specific job. Depending on the situation, someone convicted of DUI could have difficulty getting a teaching position too. One DUI conviction may not end a career, but multiple DUI convictions can prevent a person from teaching.
Can You Lose Your Teaching Credentials after a DUI Conviction?
Contrary to popular belief, a DUI conviction isn’t a minor traffic offense. It’ a crime with extremely serious consequences and penalties. According to California state law, teachers are held accountable for any personal decisions they make. It doesn’t matter if the decision doesn’t directly affect their teaching job. So an off-campus DUI arrest that happens over the weekend can trigger the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to take a teacher’s credentials.
The Types of Convictions that can End Your Teaching Career include:
- Sex crimes
- DUIs
- Drug crimes
- Felonies
- Violent crimes
Do Employers and Potential Employers have Access to All Confidential Personal Records?
No, employers don’t have access to all of your personal records. For instance, you aren’t obligated to provide your educational records with anyone—including employers. A third party can only access your military record for special reasons. The state doesn’t allow employers to have access any employee’s medical records either.
Contact the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Are you facing a DUI charge? Do you need help getting your criminal record expunged? If you’ve been arrested for a DUI charge, it’s vital that you retain an experienced DUI attorney as soon as possible. A DUI conviction can have devastating consequences on your career and future. The Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin is devoted to fighting for clients’ rights, protecting their freedom and working for the best possible resolution.
As a former prosecutor, Jonathan Franklin has a unique prospective he brings to every case. He understands how prosecutors try to use evidence against defendants and how to effectively negotiate to get charges dismissed or reduced.
Contact the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin for a free consultation. We’re ready to fight for you.
