How long will a traffic ticket stay on my driving record?

In Wisconsin, traffic tickets stay on your driving record for at least five years. This means that any offenses or citations will still be visible to potential employers, insurance companies, and state DMVs for at least five years. The length of time a ticket will stay on your record can vary depending on a few factors. For instance, if the violation was a felony or resulted in an arrest, it could stay on your record for an extended period of time. Additionally, certain moving violations or violations involving alcohol or drugs can remain on your record for up to ten years. It is important to remember that if you do receive a traffic ticket, the best course of action is to pay the fine and follow the court’s instructions to remove the ticket from your record. If you fail to pay your fine on time or ignore the citation, the ticket will stay on your record, potentially damaging your reputation and making it difficult to obtain insurance or credit. Additionally, if you accumulate too many points on your license, you may even be at risk of having your license suspended.

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