What can I do to obtain conditional driving privileges?

My job and my responsibilities require that I drive. Can I ask the court to grant me privileges just for my job's sake?

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Answered By: Law Office of Thomas A. Medford, Jr., PC

Call now: (202) 355-6457

The court can grant a "work permit" but I would suggest you hire an attorney to assist you in seeking the work permit and defending you in regard to the DUI charge.

Answer Applies to: District of Columbia - Replied: 8/11/2012

Answered By: Salladay Law Office

Call now: (208) 333-9600

After a 30 day absolute suspension you can ask for restricted privileges- there is an absolute 30 day suspension however.

Answer Applies to: Idaho - Replied: 7/17/2012

Answered By: The Short Law Group, P.C.

Call now: (503) 747-7198

A person suspended for a DUI may be eligible for a Hardship/Probationary Permit during their suspension for a DUI. The factors depend on the number of prior convictions, as well as Implied Consent Rules you fall under. Contact a DUI Lawyer to discuss how we can help you to drive to and from work or to and from treatment with a Hardship/Probationary Permit.

Answer Applies to: Oregon - Replied: 7/10/2012

Answered By: Steven Alpers

Call now: (510) 792-5110

On a first time dui after 30 days the court will give you a restricted license if you show insurance, registration in the DUI program and pay a fee.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 7/2/2012

Answered By: Mark Thiessen, Attorney at Law

Call now: (713) 428-2322

You may be entitled to a restricted/occupational drivers license. Any good DWI attorney can help you get it.

Answer Applies to: Texas - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Gregory Casale Attorney at Law

Call now: (508) 752-7500

The court will give you no sympathy nor consideration because of your job. They view it as something that you should have considered before driving while under the influence. (Not my position, the court's) There are instances in which you can qualify for a hardship license, but I would be here writing for an hour to explain them all to you. The better process is for you to get an attorney and see if your case fits. You should have an attorney under any circumstance if you have a pending criminal charge.

Answer Applies to: Massachusetts - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: James M. Osak, P.C.

Call now: (248) 515-9807

You would have to ask the judge in the original court. If no go then you can APPEAL to the NEXT HIGHER COURT and ask them. You'll have to ask for a "hardship" review. It'll depend on each individual case's facts. Good luck!

Answer Applies to: Michigan - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Freeborn Law Offices, P.S.

Call now: (253) 838-4477

You do not say how many DUI convictions you have. You do not say whether or not you refused a breath test. If you refused the breath test, DOL will revoke your license for at minimum one year with no right for an occupational permit. If you have multiple DUI convictions, your license will be revoke for 2 years. If this is your first DUI, you may be eligible for an occupational permit after 30 days, or the ZDOL might grant you an ignition interlock license.

Answer Applies to: Washington - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Edward D. Dowling IV Attorney at Law

Call now: (631) 509-0662

You may be eligible for a conditional license to drive to and from work and doctor appointments. You should hire an attorney and disclose all the details.

Answer Applies to: New York - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Phillip Weiser

Call now: (316) 260-7070

The court has no jurisdiction to grant driving privileges, this is the jurisdiction of the State Driver Control Bureau of the KS Dept of Revenue. There is a provision whereby after you have been suspended for at least 45 days, you can apply for a limited restricted license. Go to the KS Dept of Revenue web site to read the requirements.

Answer Applies to: Kansas - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Ronald G. Draper

Call now: (312) 360-9411

You can request a restricted driving permit from the secretary of state due to hardship considerations. Consult a lawyer about it.

Answer Applies to: Illinois - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Leonard A. Kaanta, P.C.

Call now: (906) 346-4900

The secretary of state's office is responsible for driver's license suspension, if this is your first DUI your license can suspended from 30 to 180 days or restricted for the same time period. The judge has no control over this.

Answer Applies to: Michigan - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Michael E. Jones, P.S.

Call now: (425) 259-4510

Occupational or provisional driver's licenses hjave been limited to reckless driving convictions. However, you should qualify for an ignition interlock license which should preserve your employment. Seek advice from an experienced, local attorney.

Answer Applies to: Washington - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Anderson Law Office

Call now: (763) 422-8664

Possibly but it depends on why your license is revoked. Seek representation.

Answer Applies to: Minnesota - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Jared Altman

Call now: (914) 737-0200

Yes. You can sometimes get a Hardship Privilege followed by a Conditional License.

Answer Applies to: New York - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Richard Williams

Call now: (251) 272-3765

There is no conditional driving privileges in Alabama. Either you have a current driving license or you don't. If your license is suspended, revvoked or cancelled you are not allowed to drive.

Answer Applies to: Alabama - Replied: 6/29/2012

Answered By: Universal Law Group, Inc.

Call now: (626) 308-9936

Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be able to obtain a restricted license from DMV. It will be up to DMV to decide whether or not to grant the restricted license.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Alvin Lundgren

Call now: (801) 876-4422

You can ask for special consideration.

Answer Applies to: Utah - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Anthony Roach

Call now: (818) 705-1112

This is an area in DUI law that causes a lot of confusion. A request for a conditional driver's license needs to be made to the DMV, administratively, and not to the court. The two systems are completely separate.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Offices of John Carney

Call now: (917) 696-2363

You should retain a good criminal lawyer to handle the case. He can apply for a hardship license to get to work, school, and for medical treatment. If you do not qualify you can still get a conditional license after 30 days from DMV or after you get into Drinking Driver School.

Answer Applies to: New York - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Timothy J. Thill P.C.

Call now: (708) 443-1200

The court will not help you, so see a hearing officer in the DMV or Secretary of State's Office, for their requirements for getting a Restricted Driving Permit.

Answer Applies to: Illinois - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Conway Law Pllc.

Call now: (800) 482-5297

Yep Just Petition (Ask) for a Restricted License.

Answer Applies to: Virginia - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Michael Breczinski

Call now: (810) 743-2960

You have to ask the Secretary of State first for a restricted license.

Answer Applies to: Michigan - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Gregory Crain

Call now: (501) 332-4300

Go to driver control. Instructions are on the pink sheet.

Answer Applies to: Arkansas - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Michael E. Dailey

Call now: (816) 221-7008

With the exception of the new DUI courts which are now in existence in a very few jurisdictions, the decision and power to grant a limited driving privilege is through the MO. Dept of Revenue, not the court.

Answer Applies to: Missouri - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Jacob P. Sartz IV., Attorney at Law

Call now: (517) 410-5127

I'd recommend you retain an experienced criminal defense attorney who handles license restoration matters to represent you. You'll need to potentially appeal through the Secretary of State's review and appeal process. This process can be long and complicated and you may need to prepare for a hearing with sworn testimony.

Answer Applies to: Michigan - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Nelson & Lawless

Call now: (714) 960-7584

If the court ordered suspension, then was the time to negotiate the terms. Your attorney would have to file a motion for a change of order.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Offices of Mitch Furman

Call now: (312) 236-7078

You can get a Monitoring Device Driving Permit after the first month of suspension on your first DUI. You can drive your personal vehicle with a BAIID device and your work vehicle with the permit.

Answer Applies to: Illinois - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Beaulier Law Office

Call now: (612) 240-8005

The license revocation after a DWI is entirely separate from the criminal proceeding under Minnesota law. As a result, the Judge in the criminal case cannot modify the revocation period. The revocation on typical first offense with a blood alcohol level below.16but above .08 is 30 to 90 days You must challenge that revocation within thirty (30) days of notice of the revocation or it will forever appear on your driving record. You may also seek a limited license to drive to work and/or school after 14 days without a license.

Answer Applies to: Minnesota - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Charles J. Block

Call now: (856) 753-1893

There are no conditional drivers licenses in New Jersey.

Answer Applies to: New Jersey - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Dennis Roberts, a P.C.

Call now: (510) 465-6363

After being arrested for a DUI you have 30 days in which you can still drive. Thereafter your license is suspended for 6 months. However, after the next 30 days you can get a conditional license from DMV allowing you to drive to and from work and DUI classes.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Clinton Law Office

Call now: (509) 323-1111

You can apply for an Ignition Interlock License directly from DOL. There are also provisions for folks that have to drive at work. See a DUI attorney for all the details.

Answer Applies to: Washington - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Miller & Harrison, LLC

Call now: (303) 449-2830

The court does not have power over your driving privileges. The DMV does. Getting some type of driving privilege depends on why you lost your license (first DWAI, second, third, points, etc.) You do not provide sufficient detail to answer the question completely, sorry.

Answer Applies to: Colorado - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Reeves Aiken & Hightower

Call now: (803) 799-5205

Arrangements can be made for a provisional license, but you will need the help of a lawyer to get the license.

Answer Applies to: South Carolina - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law office of Robert D. Scott

Call now: (301) 864-8611

You may be able to apply to MVA for a restricted permit which would allow you to drive solely for work purposes.

Answer Applies to: Maryland - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: The Law Offices of Harold L. Wallin

Call now: (312) 346-7730

If you are a first offender, you can obtain a Monitored Device Driving Permit from the Secretary of State. Otherwise, you will have to petition the Secretary of State for a Restricted Driving Permit.

Answer Applies to: Illinois - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Clos, Russell & Wirth, P.C.

Call now: (734) 326-2101

The court has no authority over your driving privileges. Any license sanction (revocation, suspension, restriction) is a matter of law, established by statute and is applied upon your conviction of a specific offense that carries a specific license sanction. If your license has been suspended or revoked due to a drunk driving conviction, you cannot request a restricted license even for hardship purposes. If your license has been suspended for refusing to submit to a blood alcohol test (the implied consent law), you may petition for a hardship purposes.

Answer Applies to: Michigan - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Gary Moore, Attorney at Law

Call now: (201) 342-7933

You can ask, but you will not get what you want in New Jersey.

Answer Applies to: New Jersey - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Darrell B. Reynolds, P.C.

Call now: (404) 636-6616

You may be able to apply for a work permit with the DDS.

Answer Applies to: Georgia - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Michael R. Garber

Call now: (337) 214-4585

You can go to the DMV and apply for a hardship license.

Answer Applies to: Louisiana - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: William L. Welch, III Attorney

Call now: (410) 385-5630

If the court enters pbj, instead of guilty, then MVA won't move to suspend or revoke your license. However, MVA might also suspend for an BAC of .08 or greater or refusing to take the test.

Answer Applies to: Maryland - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: San Diego DUI Law Center

Call now: (800) 843-5293

Program sr 22 and pay dmv fees.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: LynchLaw

Call now: (707) 523-2223

You would not be petitioning the court. DMV has the say as to a restricted license being issued or not. If DMV makes a ruling to suspend your license you can apply for a restricted license after 30 days. Such a license would allow you to drive to and from work, and during work.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of James J. Rosenberger

Call now: (206) 380-2610

Yes. You'll need to work with the sentencing court.and the Dept. of Licensing but with competent legal help this is absolutely possible. I consult free of charge.

Answer Applies to: Washington - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Larry K. Dunn & Associates

Call now: (775) 322-5656

The courts are not involved directly with driver's license revocations, temporary driver's licenses or hardship driver's licenses (hardship). The Department of Motor Vehicles handles all areas dealing with driver's licenses.

Answer Applies to: Nevada - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Robert Valles and Associates P.C.

Call now: (281) 971-6200

You can get an occupational license.

Answer Applies to: Texas - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Thomas J. Tomko Attorney At law

Call now: (586) 795-8822

In Michigan, the ability to obtain a restricted driver's license after a first offense are automatic, and nothing needs to be done. You will be notified by the Secretary of State. For a second offense, you will lose your license for one year. For a 3rd offense, you lose your license for up to 5 years. If you lose your license for a multiple offense, you will need to have a review hearing to get your license back. The procedure can be completed without an attorney, however, it is my experience that having an attorney will substantially help get your driving privileges back. I

Answer Applies to: Michigan - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Jeff Yeh

Call now: (213) 446-2495

No. A restricted license is given only by the DMV. The court has almost no say in it.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Edward J. Blum

Call now: (213) 479-5322

Get enrolled in class, go to DMV for restricted license.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Pascher Law Firm

Call now: (818) 926-4465

It's not only the court that suspends your license, but also DMV (two separate cases). You are eligible for a restricted license immediately after a court suspension (to and from work, to and from your alcohol program). You are only eligible for a restricted license after you have completed the DMV's 30 days hard suspension. If you are a commercial driver, and you have a DUI conviction with the court, you will not be able to get it back until the one year suspension period is completed. If you don't have a DUI conviction in court, you may be able to continue to fight the DMV conviction so long as all the time deadlines have been met.

Answer Applies to: California - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Jones Jones & Mosley PA

Call now: (601) 957-5747

Under certain circumstances you might be allowed to drive under the hardship provision of the DUI law.

Answer Applies to: Mississippi - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Aaron Black Law

Call now: (480) 729-1683

No. This is up to MVD. You must comply with what MVD requires.

Answer Applies to: Arizona - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Bruce Plesser

Call now: (727) 421-9784

Dmv handles those.

Answer Applies to: Florida - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Offices of Mark L. Smith

Call now: (401) 272-1432

Once your license is suspended and you receive registry notification you cannot drive. There are no hardship licenses.

Answer Applies to: Rhode Island - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Germaine & Blaszka, P.A.

Call now: (603) 434-4125

In NH there is no work license or conditional driving privileges if you are convicted for DWI.

Answer Applies to: New Hampshire - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Law Office of Richard Southard

Call now: (212) 385-8600

You can ask for a conditional license after 30 days from your initial suspension. You may be allowed to drive to and from work but I do not think they will allow you to drive while working.

Answer Applies to: New York - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: Myles Hahn III Attorney at Law

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It is possible to apply to the State for privileges (though no guarantees).

Answer Applies to: Illinois - Replied: 6/28/2012

Answered By: John P Yetter

Call now: (630) 743-6169

This depends on why you are suspended and if you have had prior DUIs.

Answer Applies to: Illinois - Replied: 6/28/2012

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