If your license was suspended or revoked due to a DUI arrest or conviction, an alcohol and drug evaluation will be performed by a licensed counselor. Based on the results, you will be placed into one of four risk classifications: Minimal Risk, Moderate Risk, Significant Risk, or High Risk. Each classification comes with specific treatment requirements and determines what type of hearing you will need to attend.

The purpose of the hearing is to demonstrate that reinstating your driving privileges will not create a public safety risk. You must show that you have met all of the Secretary of State’s requirements — such as completing a drug or alcohol evaluation and any required treatment — and that you have made lifestyle changes to prevent unsafe driving in the future.

Our attorneys will review every aspect of your case, prepare you for the specific questions that will be asked, and work with you until you are ready. We attend the hearing alongside you and advocate on your behalf.

A Restricted Driving Permit allows you to drive for essential purposes — such as getting to work, school, medical appointments, or drug and alcohol support groups — even while your license is suspended or revoked. You may be eligible for an RDP if losing your full driving privileges causes undue hardship for your family. Our attorneys can help you determine whether you qualify and guide you through the application process.

A Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) is similar to a Breathalyzer. It is installed in your vehicle and requires you to submit a breath sample before starting the car and at intervals while driving. If the device detects alcohol, the ignition will not engage. A BAIID is required when driving on a Restricted Driving Permit or Monitoring Device Driving Permit (MDDP) following a DUI, and may also be required for a period of time after full driving privileges are restored.