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Programs That Help You Get Your Driver’s License Back

Programs That Help You Get Your Driver’s License Back

Looking for programs that help you get your driver’s license back? We can help direct you to some!

How can I get my driver’s license back?

The answer varies depending on your state and the reason why your license was suspended.

Your driver’s license can be suspended for different reasons depending upon your state. Generally, this includes:

  • Several moving violations or speeding tickets
  • Physical or psychological differences that prevent you from driving in a safe manner
  • Driving under the influence
  • Driving without motor vehicle insurance
  • Driving with a suspended or revoked license (the already existing suspension may be extended if you are caught)
  • Failing to appear in court or failing to pay fees
  • Not paying child support
  • Accumulating too many driving record points

To check your driver’s license status and requirements for reinstating your license according to your state, you can visit the official DMV website, find your state, and read the information located there.

If you lost your license due to a DUI, you could visit this website, alcohol.org, and this website, myduiattorney.org, to learn a bit more about general requirements for how to proceed with getting your license back.

By Unsplash user Serjan Midili. This man is now back on the road driving his car after getting his driver's license back.
By Unsplash user Serjan Midili.

What are some programs that can help me get my driver’s license back?

Once we’ve narrowed down why your license was suspended, can find out what the procedures are required in your state! Here’s a few programs you can go to for help with fulfilling these procedures so you can get your license back.

Here are some examples of state programs for getting your driver’s license back:

  • Some states or local areas will have one day or weeklong amnesty periods where you can contact the office or court and have fees waived or reduced. To find out if there is one ongoing in your area or planned to occur soon, please get in contact with your local DMV office or court.
  • Ohio’s Driver’s License Reinstatement Fee Debt Reduction and Amnesty Program may help if you live in the state of Ohio. Be sure to read the requirements thoroughly, since there are parts that include eligible offenses and whether you are considered indigent (enrolled in specific assistance programs).
  • If you live in Washington, your local court might offer a re-licensing amnesty program. Learn more by clicking here.

With her years of researching and writing experience, Chloe uses her experience and her passion for helping others to help you get the financial aid you deserve.

Debbie Carter-Smith

Sunday 3rd of December 2023

I am writing to you for my husband he hasn't had drivers license since 1999 they where suspended for non payment of child support. And he was since stopped all the time after that he had fines for DUI and past 1 for driving without license. He has to do a DUI assessment classes here in Oklahoma . Thru Tribal court before he goes back to court in January. But we have no money to pay for this service and pay to reinstate his license. Need help

Catherine Marucci

Monday 4th of December 2023

Hi Debbie. If the resources above are not helpful, it may be worth calling 211 to see if there is anything else they can suggest. I hope you find something!

Traci

Tuesday 28th of November 2023

I've had a suspended license for a few years now. I couldn't afford to pay a few tickets and by the time I realized the fine had increased 60 percent . Now I really can't afford to get it back. I live in volusia county Florida. What do I do? It's in collections obviously

Catherine Marucci

Tuesday 28th of November 2023

Hi. If the resources above are not helpful, it might be worth calling 211 to see if they know of anything else.

Lachrisa Adams

Thursday 14th of September 2023

My name is Lachrisa I need help getting my licenses back please

Catherine Marucci

Thursday 14th of September 2023

Hi. If the resources above are not helpful in your case, it may be worth calling 211 to see if there is anything else they can suggest.

INOCENTE ARROYO

Wednesday 16th of August 2023

Please call me I’m trying to get my DL back n I need help thank U , leave me a message n a number I’ll call you back 🙏

Catherine Marucci

Wednesday 16th of August 2023

Hi. We can't call you but you can call 211 to see if they know of any programs in your area.

Bryan Cordell

Thursday 6th of July 2023

My name is Bryan I've been driving without license for a lot of years I want it back my early years 35 years ago of driving was bad I managed to get it back reinstatement fee all the tests programs ect. Child support's been on me for those 35 years I've only had a legal driver's license for 2 years of my driving career which is about 40 years 38 years of driving without a license ticket driving on a revoked license. I want it back I have went through the process to get them back before now it just seemed overwhelming I need help and would appreciate help please get in touch with me

Catherine Marucci

Friday 7th of July 2023

Hi Bryan. You can try calling 211 to see if they know of any programs. Legal Aid may also be able to help. https://lowincomerelief.com/legal-aid/