Virginia · DUI · Checked October 2026
Can a DUI Be Expunged in Virginia?
Can a DUI Be Expunged in Virginia?
Whether a DUI can come off your record in Virginia, and how long it counts against you.
- Expungement or sealing
- DUI convictions cannot be sealed. A DUI charge that ends in acquittal or dismissal can be expunged by petition
- Lookback period
- 10 years
Expungement or Sealing in Virginia
DUI convictions cannot be sealed. A DUI charge that ends in acquittal or dismissal can be expunged by petition
Rules in Virginia
Va. Code § 19.2-392.12(L) lists §§ 18.2-266, 18.2-266.1, 18.2-268.3 and 46.2-341.24 as offenses ineligible for sealing. Expungement under § 19.2-392.2 covers charges that ended in acquittal, nolle prosequi or dismissal.
How Long It Counts for Repeat Offenses in Virginia
10 years.Va. Code §§ 18.2-270(B), (C), (E); 18.2-271(B), (C)
Official source: how long it counts for repeat offenses (Virginia)
More on DUI Law in Virginia
See the full overview of DUI laws in Virginia and read about how long a DUI stays on your record.
This page summarizes Virginia law from official sources, checked October 2026. It isn't legal advice; a lawyer licensed in Virginia can advise on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a DUI Be Expunged or Sealed in Virginia?
DUI convictions cannot be sealed. A DUI charge that ends in acquittal or dismissal can be expunged by petition