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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 New York, a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) conviction is a serious offense that will appear on a criminal background check. This can affect an individual's opportunities when it comes to employment, housing, and professional licensing. New York does not offer expungement for DUI/DWI convictions, meaning that these convictions cannot be completely erased from one's criminal record. However, New York does have a sealing law under Criminal Procedure Law Section 160.59, which allows individuals to apply to have certain criminal convictions sealed after a 10-year waiting period. Sealing a record means that it will not be visible to the public or to private employers, but it will still be accessible to law enforcement and some government agencies. It's important to note that not all DUI/DWI convictions are eligible for sealing, and the process involves a court petition and a judge's approval.

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