As quickly as possible, it makes sense to contact Jeff Mass & Robbie Tsang, Toronto DUI attorneys and make arrangements for your representation. A conviction for driving under the influence is not something to take lightly. Along with losing driving privileges, fines, and the possibility of jail time, that conviction could follow you for a long time. Here are some examples of how your life could change.
Say Goodbye to Lower Insurance Premiums
A DUI conviction will definitely mean higher auto insurance premiums. They may be issued by your current provider, assuming that the insurance company is willing to continue providing coverage. In the event that they do drop you, the most likely recourse is to find a provider who offers coverage to high risk drivers. Expect to pay considerably more for the new insurance plan and possibly have fewer protections.
Promotions at Work May Not Be Forthcoming
It’s a good thing that you like your current job, since it may be the only one you have for a long time. DUI convictions may not mean you’re out of work, but it could mean that opportunities for receiving promotions may not be as plentiful as in the past. The conviction stands as evidence that you may not be the best candidate to hold a position that includes more authority and greater access to proprietary data. The result is that you could see yourself remaining in the same position while your peers continue to move up the corporate ladder.
Finding a New Job May Not Be So Easy
While your current employer is not likely to let you go because of the conviction, what happens if the business goes under and you need to find work with a different company? In this scenario, you may find it harder to locate a job that offers the same perks as the one you held before.
The reasoning is simple. Employers look for people who are considered reliable, focused, and capable of doing their jobs responsibly. A conviction for driving under the influence does not indicate that you possess any of those attributes. The result is that if there’s another candidate with similar experience, expertise, and who happens to not have a DUI conviction on his or her record, the other party is more likely to receive the job offer.
Your Social Life Can Suffer Too
We live in an age when finding out about other people has never been simpler. You can bet that before someone will go out on a date with you or begin to engage in some sort of ongoing platonic relationship, they’re likely to see what they find out about you by using online resources. You can bet that any basic background check is likely to turn up the DUI.
Some people will not care about the conviction and consider it a one-time lapse on your part. Others will be deeply bothered by it and may decide to limit all forms of contact with you. That could eliminate access to social opportunities that you would have enjoyed quite a bit.
Your legal counsel can provide more information about the possible DUI consequences that come with a conviction. Take this situation seriously and cooperate with your lawyer. Doing so improves the odds of being able to keep the damage to your life at a minimum.
