Have You Lost Your Job Following A DWI Arrest?
Before deciding to drive while impaired, few drivers stop to think about their actions’ short- or long-term consequences. Unfortunately, this is considered a serious crime with harsh penalties and punishments enforced by state laws – regardless of whether it’s a first-time offense.
If you are convicted of a DWI, you have to worry about fines, jail time, and losing your driver’s license–you may also lose your job. Losing your job then creates an additional financial burden.
Every DWI penalty causes a domino effect. If you’re arrested for DWI and can’t post bail, you might be fired due to being incarcerated. You may also face a license suspension, making it difficult to get to work each day. A Minnesota judge may also request that you perform several hours of community service as part of your penalty, necessitating you ask for time off from your job.
Even if it’s not universal, your boss might have rules that could result in you getting let go if they hire someone who does a background check and finds out about your DWI. If you don’t get fired, they may still try to stop you from doing anything at work that would require driving. These things can significantly affect how much you like your job or how well you’re able to support yourself financially.
A DWI charge is more severe if you need security clearance for work since your past will come under extra close inspection. A conviction could lead to losing your approval altogether or make it hard to get approved for security clearances in the future.
A DWI doesn’t just impact your ability to drive – it could also prevent you from being hired for a new job, even if you lose your current position or leave the company later. Many employers run routine background checks on potential hires, and a DWI cannot be removed from your criminal record. Some companies won’t hire someone unless they have a clean criminal and driving record.
If you are charged with a DUI in Minnesota, your conviction may have significant ramifications on your career and financial stability. It is best to hire the appropriate DWI lawyer as soon as feasible.
Kevin DeVore can assist you in retaining your job by offering well-established tactics to help you keep it. We may explore your alternatives, develop the most effective defense on your behalf, and aim to achieve the following:
- Get charges reduced
- Get charges dismissed
- You may be able to get electronic home monitoring instead of jail time.
- Obtain weekend sentences rather than 30-day jail terms.
- To return to work quickly and avoid losing your job, install an ignition interlock so you can take care of your family and perhaps avoid jail time.
Contact St. Paul Criminal Defense Attorney Kevin DeVore
After being charged with DWI or DUI, you are likely left with questions such as “What will happen to my job?” and “How long until I can drive again?”.
Our main priority is providing the best possible defense for those charged with a DWI. We understand that your case may have many ambiguities, and we are here to answer them all.
Do not hesitate to set up your DWI defense by calling Kevin DeVore at 651-435-6500 for a free initial consultation.
Posted 19th December 2022 by DeVore Law Office