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A DUI/DWI conviction will appear on a criminal background check requested by a prospective employer, landlord, or licensing authority, for example. Generally, the only way to remove a DUI/DWI conviction from appearing in some or all of such background checks is to have it expunged or sealed—which is only possible in limited circumstances.

In Arkansas, a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) conviction will indeed appear on a criminal background check, which can be accessed by prospective employers, landlords, or licensing authorities. Arkansas law allows for the expungement of DWI convictions under certain conditions, as outlined in Arkansas Code Annotated § 16-90-901 et seq. To be eligible for expungement, the individual must have completed all terms of their sentence, including any probation period, and a certain amount of time must have passed since the completion of their sentence. Typically, for a first offense DWI, the waiting period is five years. Expungement effectively seals the record of the conviction, making it inaccessible to the general public and ensuring it does not appear on most background checks. However, there are exceptions, and certain entities, such as law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, may still have access to these records. It's important to consult with an attorney to understand the specific requirements and process for expungement in Arkansas.

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