A bad driving record can hurt a driver in many ways. If a driver with a bad record is pulled over, they face far more severe penalties, and can actually become in danger of being charged with a criminal offense due to their past offenses. That record can mean higher fines, a suspended license, and a lesser chance of leniency or having a ticket dropped in exchange for school and even jail time. A bad driving record can also stop a driver from getting a job, as many employers use a driving record as a factor in hiring people. Moreover, insurance becomes a major problem. If a driver is even able to get or keep their insurance, it will be very high due to the bad driving record, and will remain so for years, regardless if the driver manages to avoid further citations. For these reasons, it is highly recommended that drivers obtain copies of their record in order to ensure they are accurate, and no errors, extra points, or expired violations are on them.