Will a DUI affect my job? By Lisa @ PardonsSeptember 26, 20170 Back to Home I spoke to a client who told me they got a DUI 2 months ago and hired a lawyer but still lost. They were wondering what help we can offer? I told her she will need to pay for her fine for the DUI (also known as Impaired Driving). The quicker the better. Once she pays the fine, she is eligible to receive a pardon or record suspension five years later. Once the criminal record is removed she will be safe for work and travel purposes. Pardons Canada can start the paperwork before five years as the process takes some time. Back to Home