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How can I get my license back after a DUI charge?
Asked on Jan 15th, 2013 on DUI/DWI - Utah
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When I got pulled over and later charged with a DUI, the officer took my license. I meant to ask at the police station but there was a lot going on. What happens now? Will it be mailed to me or do I have to go pick it up from somewhere? Any idea how long it'll take for me to get it back?
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Geoffrey MacLaren Yaryan
You should have receive a pink paper explaining it to you which also serves as a temporary license. You will not get your hard license back until you complete a suspension imposed by DMV if .08 or above, and by the court if convicted of a DUI.
Answered on Jan 21st, 2013 at 2:29 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
In Michigan they give you piece of paper that acts as your license until after the case is closed. Then you end up with a new one from the DMV unless they revoke it.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 7:53 PM
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Francis John Cowhig
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I am assuming that you are in California. When your license was taken by the police, you should have been given a pink piece of paper which is a temporary license valid for 30 days from the date your license was taken. After the 30 day period expires, your license is suspended by DMV. If you wish to contest the suspension, you have 10 days from the date you received the temporary license to request a hearing before the DMV. The amount of time of the suspension will depend on whether this was your 1st DUI or if you have had other DUIs within the past 10 years. You will not get your license back until the suspension period is over and then you must apply to DMV for reinstatement of your license. You may qualify for a restricted license for driving to and from work and school after a portion of the suspension has been served, but you will have to apply to DMV for it.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 7:45 PM
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This depends on several things. Did you have a blood-alcohol test? What did it show? Did you request an administrative hearing within 10 days? Is this your first, or a subsequent OWI charge.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 7:29 PM
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Cynthia Henley
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Your license is probably going to be suspended. If so, you will have to take proactive steps to get it back. Discuss this with the lawyer representing you on the criminal charge.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 7:23 PM
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Edward D. Flint Attorney at Law
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The DUI Citation is your temporary paper license in Utah for 29 days after the DUI arrest, but you only have 10 days to file a written demand for a drivers license revocation hearing, or the division will suspend your license 30 days after the DUI arrest. If you end up being suspended and are later eligible to get your license back, there is a reinstatement fee.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 7:16 PM
You have only 10 days to request a DMV Hearing to save your license. You better hire a DUI specialist ASAP, because by yourself you will lose your license.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 5:38 PM
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You need to take the DUI Counterattack Class and a Victim Awareness Program. Once the required suspension has passed you can reapply for a license. The duration of the suspension is dependent on the nature of the charge (BAC level, injuries, etc). While your license is suspended you may be eligible for a hardship license, but you still have to take those classes.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 5:38 PM
You need to request a hearing with the Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division within ten days of the initial stop.
Answered on Jan 15th, 2013 at 5:38 PM