Information You Need When Facing a DUI Charge in California(916) 629-4529
Notifying Your Employer
Many people mistakenly tell their employers about their drunk-driving arrest, needlessly exposing themselves to embarrassment and possible termination. Employers may cover your responsibility to notify them of a DUI conviction in an employee handbook or contract, but no official agency will tell your employer you’ve simply been arrested for DUI.
If you are unclear on your company’s policy regarding your driving or criminal record, it is imperative you seek legal advice prior to notifying your employer of any pending actions against you. Simply put, you may not be obligated to inform your employer at all unless you are convicted.
Employers may periodically check your driving record as a condition of your continued employment. If you have a Class A license in the State of California and are employed as a driver, you’re facing much harsher penalties as a result of your DUI. Please refer to your licensing requirements in the DMV’s Commercial Driver License Handbook.
In many cases, since there may be a contractual timeframe in which to notify your employer, it is in your best interest review your employer’s guidelines and consult a lawyer before you reveal your DUI arrest to anyone- especially your employer. If you are terminated as a result of your arrest or conviction, you should seek the advice of a labor law or employment attorney to guarantee that this termination was legal and that your rights were protected.
For more information on hiring an attorney, please feel free to visit our sponsor page or the California State Bar.
If you are unclear on your company’s policy regarding your driving or criminal record, it is imperative you seek legal advice prior to notifying your employer of any pending actions against you. Simply put, you may not be obligated to inform your employer at all unless you are convicted.
Employers may periodically check your driving record as a condition of your continued employment. If you have a Class A license in the State of California and are employed as a driver, you’re facing much harsher penalties as a result of your DUI. Please refer to your licensing requirements in the DMV’s Commercial Driver License Handbook.
In many cases, since there may be a contractual timeframe in which to notify your employer, it is in your best interest review your employer’s guidelines and consult a lawyer before you reveal your DUI arrest to anyone- especially your employer. If you are terminated as a result of your arrest or conviction, you should seek the advice of a labor law or employment attorney to guarantee that this termination was legal and that your rights were protected.
For more information on hiring an attorney, please feel free to visit our sponsor page or the California State Bar.
CALIFORNIA DUI GUIDE
The Legal Process - What does a DUI attorney do?
Bailing Out - How to select a Bail Bond Agent
The DMV and You - How to protect your right to drive.
Your Auto Insurance - Should I call my Insurer?
Your Employer - Should I notify my employer of a DUI?
DUI and Immigration - I'm not a citizen!
Your Future - How can this affect my life?
Your Health - Do I have a bigger problem?
Resource and Reference - Numbers to know.
The Legal Process - What does a DUI attorney do?
Bailing Out - How to select a Bail Bond Agent
The DMV and You - How to protect your right to drive.
Your Auto Insurance - Should I call my Insurer?
Your Employer - Should I notify my employer of a DUI?
DUI and Immigration - I'm not a citizen!
Your Future - How can this affect my life?
Your Health - Do I have a bigger problem?
Resource and Reference - Numbers to know.
