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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 Virginia, a DUI/DWI conviction is considered a criminal offense and will appear on a criminal background check, which can be accessed by prospective employers, landlords, or licensing authorities. Virginia law does not allow for the expungement of DUI/DWI convictions if the individual is found guilty or pleads guilty. Expungement in Virginia is generally limited to cases where the charges were dismissed, the person was acquitted, or in certain cases where the person was granted an absolute pardon. Therefore, in most circumstances, a DUI/DWI conviction cannot be removed from a criminal record in Virginia and will remain visible on background checks.

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