Montana · DUI · Checked October 2026
Can a DUI Be Expunged in Montana?
Can a DUI Be Expunged in Montana?
Whether a DUI can come off your record in Montana, and how long it counts against you.
- Expungement or sealing
- Misdemeanor expungement exists once in a lifetime, but it is not presumed for DUI offenses under Title 61, chapter 8, part 10; the court weighs age, time elapsed, rehabilitation and risk of reoffending
- Waiting period
- Presumption (for other misdemeanors) requires 5 years without a conviction after completing the sentence
- Lookback period
- 10 years
Expungement or Sealing in Montana
misdemeanor expungement exists once in a lifetime, but it is not presumed for DUI offenses under Title 61, chapter 8, part 10; the court weighs age, time elapsed, rehabilitation and risk of reoffending
Waiting Period in Montana
presumption (for other misdemeanors) requires 5 years without a conviction after completing the sentence
Rules in Montana
petition the district court where convicted; fingerprinting required
How Long It Counts for Repeat Offenses in Montana
10 years.Mont. Code Ann. § 61-8-1011
Official source: how long it counts for repeat offenses (Montana)
More on DUI Law in Montana
See the full overview of DUI laws in Montana and read about how long a DUI stays on your record.
This page summarizes Montana law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Montana can advise on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a DUI Be Expunged or Sealed in Montana?
misdemeanor expungement exists once in a lifetime, but it is not presumed for DUI offenses under Title 61, chapter 8, part 10; the court weighs age, time elapsed, rehabilitation and risk of reoffending
How Long Before You Can Apply?
presumption (for other misdemeanors) requires 5 years without a conviction after completing the sentence