How long will a DUI / DWI stay on your record, including as an earlier offense?

Question:

If you received you second driving under the influence (DUI) conviction. Although your first DUI conviction was eight years ago when you were 21 years old you worried that your prior conviction will affect your sentencing. How long does a prior DUI conviction stay on your record and count as a second offense?

Answer:

As DUI / DWI laws differ from state to state you can count on a DUI / DWI staying on your record for at least five years. Though, in numerous states any prior DUI / DWI conviction can affect your sentencing even if it was 20 years ago.