The State of Georgia considers dangerous, negligent or incompetent drivers to be a menace to the safety of the general public. Driving is a privilege - if you abuse it you may lose it!

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An immediate FL drivers license suspension is issued to drivers who are younger than 21 years of age and caught driving with a blood-alcohol level of.02 percent or more. Referred to as the Zero Tolerance Law in FL, drivers who commit this offense will face an automatic six-month suspension. If your driver’s license or license plates have been suspended for not obeying the Financial Responsibility or No-Fault laws, you cannot obtain a temporary replacement license for any reason, even for work purposes.

There are three ways to lose your driving privileges.

Reinstatement Information

At the expiration of the suspension or revocation period, a customer can apply for reinstatement once all requirements are satisfied. Please note that requirements differ according to the type of suspensions.

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Reporting Convictions

After a conviction of a traffic offense, the court will forward notice of that conviction to DDS. The conviction information will be placed on the driver's driving record by DDS and additional penalties will be imposed, if applicable.

Mandatory Suspension

The Department of Driver Services shall suspend a license for a conviction of any of the following offenses in Georgia or any other state:

1. Homicide by vehicle.
2. Any felony in the commission of which a motor vehicle is used.
3. Using a motor vehicle in fleeing or attempting to elude an officer.
4. Hit and run or leaving the scene of an accident.
5. Racing.
6. Operating a motor vehicle with a revoked, canceled, or suspended registration.

Mandatory Revocation

When a license is revoked driving privileges are terminated and withdrawn until the end of the prescribed time period brought on by formal action by DDS. At the expiration of the revocation period and once all requirements are met, applicant is eligible to restore driving privileges.

Your driver's license will be revoked in Georgia, if you are convicted of one of the following:

1. A driver is declared a habitual violator for any third conviction of a mandatory suspended offense within 5 years. Revocation is for 5 years.
2. Refusal to submit to a re-examination of driving skills or knowledge of driving rules after receiving notice giving reasonable grounds for such a request.
3. If there is sufficient evidence of incompetence or unfitness to drive, due to being incapacitated by reason of disease, mental or physical disability, or by alcohol or drug addiction.

Other Common Suspensions

1. Refusal to take a chemical test in conjunction with an arrest for DUI.
2. Conviction for driving without insurance.
3. Conviction for driving while suspended.
4. Failure to appear in court or respond to a traffic citation, your license may be suspended indefinitely.
5. Any felony that involved the use of a motor vehicle.
6. You have accumulated 15 points within 24 months under the Georgia point system, including violations committed out of state. Select for information on Points and Points Reduction.
7. A conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Limited Driving Permits

In some situations, a limited driving permit may be available for a fee during the suspension period, select for Fees & Terms details. A limited driving permit will restrict the places and purpose that you are allowed to drive such as:

1. Driving to your place of employment to perform the normal duties of your occupation.
2. Receiving scheduled medical attention or obtain prescribed drugs.
3. Attending classes at a college or school in which you are enrolled as a student.
4. Attending regularly scheduled sessions or meeting of support organizations for the treatment of alcohol or other drugs.
5. Attending a driver education program or alcohol/drug assessment and treatment program.
6. Attend court, report to community supervision or probation, or to perform community service.
7. Transport unlicensed immediate family members to obtain medical care or prescriptions, to work, or to school.
8. Attend any programs or activities ordered by an accountability court judge.

DDS may also specify the places you can travel to, specific routes of travel, times of travel, and indicate vehicles, or other restrictions deemed necessary. Limited driving permits are not valid for driving a commercial vehicle.

A limited driving permit will be revoked by DDS if you are convicted of violating any state law or local ordinance relating to the movement of vehicles, violating any of the conditions or restrictions of your permit, or if another suspension is imposed.

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You can contact the Department Of Driver Services at 678-413-8400. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, 7:30 am until 5:30 pm to assist with reinstatement questions.

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You can submit a letter requesting reinstatement requirements to: the Georgia Department of Driver Services, Post Office Box 80447, Conyers, Ga. 30013. This request must contain your name as it appears on your driver's license, license number, date of birth, correct mailing address, and your signature.

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You can visit one of the DDS Customer Service Centers that offer full reinstatements. Select for a listing of Customer Service Center locations, hours of operations and services.

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Driver License Suspension in Florida

In Florida, your driver's license can be suspended or revoked for a number of reasons, including:

• Accruing too many traffic violation points.
• Failure to pay a traffic fine.
• Failure to meet minimum vision standards.
• Driving under the influence (DUI).
• Causing an accident that results in serious bodily injury or death.

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) will suspend your license for a certain amount of time, based on the severity of your violation.

About Your Suspended License in FL

If you've had your Florida driver's license suspended, you will need to surrender your license to the Florida DMV. Any delays in surrendering your license will result in an extended period of suspension. Your suspension will begin when they receive your license and it will be reinstated once the suspension period is over.

The Florida DMV will mail you a suspension notification by personal delivery before your suspension begins. The length of your license suspension varies depending on the violation and will be printed on the notification letter.

Your license can be suspended for a number of offenses, ranging from failure to pay a ticket to delinquency on child support payments. Suspension periods for some of the more common offenses are listed below.

You can check your driver license status by ordering your Florida driving record.

Suspension Periods

The length of time your license is suspended depends on the type of offense. Suspension periods for some common offenses include:

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• Failure to comply with a traffic summons, appear on a summons, or pay a fine: License suspended until you prove you satisfied the summons.
• Inadequate vision: License is suspended until you can prove your vision meets minimum standards.
• Inability to operate a motor vehicle safely: 1 year.
• Violation resulting in death or serious injury (not DUI): 3 months to 1 year.
• Failing to pay required child support: Suspended until you clear owed payments to the Florida Department of Revenue.
• DMV point accumulation:
  • 12 points in 12 months: 30 days.
  • 18 points in 18 months: 3 months.
  • 24 points in 36 months: 1 year.
    • For more information about points, please see our FL DMV Points page.

DO NOT drive while your driver's license is suspended, as additional fees and penalties may apply. See “Driving with a Suspended License' below.

For more information regarding suspensions and related penalties, please visit the FLHSMV website.

Suspension Hearings and Appeals

If your driver's license was suspended due to an alcohol-related offense, you can appeal the FLHSMV's decision.

You will need to submit your appeal to the county court where you live or where your suspension was given. For more information on appealing your suspended license in Florida, contact your local FL DHSMV.

Please note that any hearing relating to DMV charges and suspensions do not affect any associated criminal proceedings or court decisions. Criminal penalties may still apply.

Is your license suspended from a DUI or too many traffic tickets? Find an attorney near you who can help you get it back.

Reinstating Your Suspended FL License

To reinstate your FL driver's license, visit any Florida DMV driver license office with payment for the reinstatement fee. You may also have to pay additional fees depending on the reason for your suspension. (See “Fees to Reinstate Your FL License' below.)

Depending on your offense, you may also need to provide additional documents or satisfy additional FLHSMV requirements. (See below for specific offense types).

NOTE: In certain circumstances, you may be eligible for a hardship license, which you can use until your suspended Florida driver's license is reinstated. (See “Apply for a Hardship Driver's License' below.)

For more information on reinstating your suspended driver's license, visit the Florida DMV website.

Traffic Summons or Failure to Pay a Fine

You will need to provide proof you satisfied your summons IF your license was suspended for failingto:

• Comply with a summons.
• Appear on a traffic summons.
• Pay a fine.
• Complete or attend court-ordered traffic school.

You will also need to provide payment for the $60 D6 suspension reinstatement fee.

If you are out of state, send the above plus a letter of residency to:

The Bureau of Motorist Compliance
P.O. Box 5775
Tallahassee, FL 32314

The Florida DMV will mail you a D6 clearance letter. If you have any questions about your ticket, contact the Bureau of Customer Services at (850) 617-2000.

To avoid getting a suspended license due to a traffic ticket in Florida, you should make sure you pay your ticket before the due date.

NOTE: Check your local traffic court website to see if you can pay your traffic summons online.

Reinstatement After a DUI

If you were convicted by criminal court for a DUI, you may need to take additional steps to reinstate your license, including:

• Enrolling in or completion of a DUI course and treatment, if required.
• Proving you have bodily injury liability insurance.

Visit the FLHSMV website for a complete list of actions you need to take to reinstate your Florida driver's license.

Inadequate Vision

If your FL driver's license was revoked due to having inadequate vision, you must submit a report of an eye exam showing that you have met the minimum FL DMV vision standards to a driver license office. If your report shows you have “Inadequate/Field of Vision,' you must send your report and a “Field of Vision Chart' to:

The Bureau of Motorist Compliance
Vision Section
2900 Apalachee Parkway, MS 90
Tallahassee, FL 32399

Your chart will be reviewed and the FLHSMV will advise whether or not your driver's license will be reinstated.

Accumulation of Traffic Points

If your FL driver's license was suspended because you accumulated too many points within a certain time period, you will also need to:

• Take the required examination.
• Submit proof of enrollment in an Advanced Driver Improvement course.

Most driving points will stay on your driver record for at least 5 years from when you committed the violation. Serious violations can remain on your record longer.

DUI Suspensions in Florida

In Florida, you will face the following DMV driver's license revocations if convicted of driving under the influence (DUI). You may also face additional criminal penalties, including:

• Additional driver's license suspensions imposed by the court.
• Mandatory community service.
• Fines.
• Jail time.

For more information, visit our FL DUI/DWI page.

Over 21 Years Old

If you are 21 years old or older and you are caught driving with a breath alcohol level (BAL) of 0.08% or higher, the FLHSMV will suspend your driver's license for:

• 180 days to 1 year for your 1^st offense.
• 2^nd offense (or subsequent offenses).
• Not within 5 years: 180 days to 1 year
• Within 5 years: 5 years
• 1 year for refusing to give a breath/urine/blood test.
• 18 months for 2^nd refusal (or any subsequent refusals) to give a breath/urine/blood test.

Under 21 Years Old

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If you're under 21 years old and your BAL is 0.02% or higher, the FLHSMV will suspend your license for:

• 6 months for your 1^st offense.
• 1 year for subsequent offenses.
• 1 year for 1^st refusal to give a breath test.
• 18 months for 2^nd refusal (or subsequent refusals) to give a breath test.

If your blood alcohol level is 0.05% or higher, you will need to complete a substance abuse evaluation and alcohol course before your driver's license is reinstated.

Apply for a FL Hardship Driver's License

You can apply for a hardship driver's license in Florida IF your suspension/revocation was due to:

• Accumulating too many points on your driving record.
• A violation resulting in death or serious bodily injury.
• Being a Habitual Traffic Offender.

To apply for the hardship license, visit a Florida Administrative Reviews Office (on the FLHSMV website, select your county and look for “Under Suspension – Need Driver License for Work') and:

• Take the required test.
• Submit proof of enrollment in an Advanced Driver Improvement course*.
• Pay the suspension reinstatement fee.
  • (See section on fees below.)
• Pay any applicable fees to apply for your new license.

* If you are a Habitual Traffic Offender and your license was revoked for a DUI, you will need proof of enrollment in a DUI school instead.

NOTE: You CANNOTapply for a hardship license if:

• You have been convicted of a DUI or refused to give a BAL test more than once.
• You have been disqualified from driving a commercial vehicle and are applying for a hardship CDL.
• Your license was suspended for being incapable of safely operating a motor vehicle.
  • You may, however, ask for a hearing to request an opportunity to pass the re-licensing test in order to reinstate your suspended driver's license.

Fees to Reinstate Your FL License

Payment for the following fees are required to reinstate your suspended driver's license in Florida:

• Suspension: $45.
• Revocation: $75.

You may be required to pay additional fees, depending on the circumstances of your suspension/revocation:

• D-6 suspension (for unpaid traffic tickets): $60.
• Child support suspension: $60.
• Failure to maintain car insurance: $150.
• Additional administration fee for alcohol- and drug-related offenses: $130.

You may also need to pay additional DMV and court fees depending on the reason for your suspension. DUI related suspensions carry different fees depending on your specific DUI offense

The Florida Driver's Handbook contains a complete list of fees required to reinstate your driver's license.

Accepted Payment Methods

Accepted methods of payment will vary based on how you reinstate your license:

• Mail: Check payable to “Division of Motorist Services.'
• In person:
  • Cash.
  • Check.
  • MasterCard, VISA, American Express, and Discover credit/debit card.

CDL Suspensions in Florida

Your Florida commercial driver's license (CDL) can be suspended for a number of reasons, including:

• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Receiving multiple traffic violations within a certain period of time.
• Driving in possession of a controlled substance.

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The state court may also enforce additional penalties, including permanent disqualification from operating a commercial vehicle.

The suspension periods will differ depending on your violation. To reinstate your CDL with the FLHSMV, you will need to wait out the suspension period and pay the reinstatement fee (see “ Fees to Reinstate Your FL License' above).

You may also need to meet additional requirements from the state courts to reinstate your suspended CDL.

For more information, visit our section on Commercial Driver Licenses in Florida.

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