Alcohol and drugsQuestion 212 of 229

How long do DUI convictions stay on your driver's record?

  1. 3 years
  2. 5 years
  3. 10 years
  4. 7 years
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Correct answer: 10 years

All DUI convictions stay on your record for 10 years. A new DUI in that time can bring extra penalties.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 9. Alcohol and Drugs: DUI Convictions, page 74

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026