If you successfully meet your states DWI requirements and then move to another state that has harshers rules, does the new state honor your previous state’s rules?
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If you successfully meet your states DWI requirements and then move to another state that has harshers rules, does the new state honor your previous state’s rules?
Asked on February 16, 2014 under Criminal Law, Missouri
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
There is full faith and credit. The only state which has jurisdiction over your DWI conviction and probation or parole requirements is the state in which you were convicted. If there are issues with the home state in your current state, you need to speak with your criminal defense counsel regarding restoration of rights, or transfer of certain conditions.
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