For a first Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction, a license may be suspended for: Do you currently have car insurance? Insurance is mandatory to drive in Ohio Yes I have insurance. But please show me your best quotes. No, please help me find the best insurance. Question For a first Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction, a license may be suspended for: Answers Up to three months. Up to six months. Up to one year. Up to two years. Explanation For a first DWI conviction, your license and/or driving privileges can be administratively suspended for up to two years.