One of the worst feelings a driver can experience is the feeling that he or she gets when seeing the lights of a cop car in the rearview mirror.  The thought of getting a ticket is quite devastating.  Not only can tickets be very expensive, they also go on your driving record and can cause your insurance rates to go up.  But, what if you had a little to drink and you are being pulled over?  In this case, getting arrested for a DUI or a DWI can be even more devastating than a speeding ticket.

Getting pulled over for driving while drunk can have long lasting and terrible consequences.  Aside from the fines and possible jail time you will face, many states may also require you to carry SR-22 insurance if you are arrested for driving drunk.  Not all insurance companies carry SR-22 insurance, so finding a company that will provide you with this coverage can be quite difficult.  If you do find a company that will provide you with this coverage, you can expect to pay quite a bit more than you would for standard insurance.

Even if you are not required to carry SR-22 insurance, your car insurance rates will likely increase if you are convicted of a DUI or DWI.  After all, a conviction for driving drunk indicates that you are a high risk driver and car insurance companies charge more to those drivers that are considered to be high risk.

In addition to running into problems with your car insurance, you may also have problems with finding a job or even keeping the job you already have.  Many businesses perform background checks on their employees or on people they are considering hiring.  If a conviction for driving drunk is on your record, you may be turned down for employment or possibly even fired from your current job.  Of course, many jobs also require obtaining licensure.  In order to get the licensure required for the job, a background check will be conducted.  If you have a conviction on your record, you may not be able to get the necessary license to pursue the career path of your choice.

There are many potential problems associated with being convicted for driving while drunk.  Therefore, it is best to avoid driving drunk.  Not only will that help you avoid these consequences, it could save your life as well as the lives of others on the road.  If you do get arrested for driving drunk, however, it is best to hire a lawyer to help you fight your case.