I have 4 DWIs. The last one I spent several weekends in jail. I have not had one in YEARS. I believe 2009 was the last. How do I get my license back?
Asked on Apr 21st, 2020 on DUI/DWI - North Carolina
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I work from home and have been very fortunate to have supportive friends. A therapist I saw said I was not an alcoholic, based on my pattern of drinking, but someone who drank too much when I did drink and was therefore a binge drinker. I don't drink and haven't driven because of friends and a work from home job. I'd like to get my license back and am unsure of the process and the cost.
If you have been permanently revoked or otherwise cannot legally drive due to DWI suspension, there may be options available for restoration that involve a formal hearing with the NCDMV – North Carolina Department of Transporation / Division of Motor Vehicles.
Assuming DMV authorizes a hearing to determine whether administrative relief is appropriate, there are several important steps to take prior to the actual hearing itself.
The application process is somewhat involved, possibly requiring things like:
Certification of a prior record in any state where the petitioner has had a driver license
Fingerprinting
Payment of fees
Formal criminal history/record
Documentation of Substance Abuse Assessment
Proof of compliance with any recommended treatment
Proof of installation of Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring “SCRAM” or “CAM” ankle bracelet
There are also fees associated with an NC Driver’s License Hearing Request.
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