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The original was posted on /r/relationships by /u/Ok-Number-87 on 2024-01-22 22:27:37+00:00.
I know this is dumb and probably not the time or place to be concerned about this but it’s been on my mind. This past weekend I got a DWI. This was my first offense and I’ve never been in any legal trouble nor do I ever intend on getting in any problems in the future, I really want to turn this negative experience and learn from it to make me a better person.
Anyways, due to the nature of the arrest I will more than likely be placed on probation which will suspend my license (except work, grocery store, etc) and will likely result in me having a breathalyzer in my car. As of right now my court date probably won’t be for another 9-12 months however my license will likely be suspended here in the next 3-5 months. Outside of my legal issues (which I am aware will not be easy and I am taking full accountability for and will do everything asked of me) I am worried about my romantic life.
I am a 26/m and am worried about being able to find someone especially when I have a breathalyzer in my car for likely 18-20 months starting next year. I’m typically the type of guy who wants something long term and would like to drive my girlfriend around, especially on dates. I guess I’m worried about not being able to go out and find someone when I can’t drive and when we are in my car I will have to use the breathalyzer in front of them (which understandably will likely scare away any potential girls). Idk what I’m necessarily asking here but if anyone has any thoughts or experiences with anything similar please share. I still want to be able to look for a partner and don’t want to set my romantic life back 2+ years because of this stupid mistake I made. I plan on being upfront with any potential gf’s I just don’t know when an appropriate time would be to share that without scaring anyone away.
Im aware this is 100% my fault, there are consequences to my actions and I’m prepared to face them, this was completely out of character for me I just made a huge dangerous & expensive mistake and I’m lucky and thankful no one was hurt. Thank you for any advice
TL;DR: I got a DWI and I’m worried how it’ll affect me moving forward, especially when dating