Obviously it's illegal to drive on a suspended or revoked license, but if you need to get from San Marcos to Austin everyday for work, you NEED to drive. You don't have a choice except quit your job and work at the nearest store -- within walking distance.
But is that really an option?
But there are alternatives to driving illegally or walking. You can get an Occupational License. An Occupational License is a temporary driver's license that allows you to drive over a suspension. That's right -- it allows you to legally drive when your license is suspended.
Sometimes called a Restricted License -- and with good reason -- the Occupational License lets you drive under a variety of conditions: to/from work, during your job, daily house hold chores, to the bank, supermarket, doctors, etc... It also allows you to pick up and drop off your kids at school or daycare. if you're a student, the Occupational License allows you to drive to and from your classes.
Almost everyone who has a suspended license is eligible; just a few categories are not. Serious offenses such as Vehicular Manslaughter, multiple DWIs, and unpaid child support will make you ineligible.
You'll need a few things to get the Occupational License:
- a Lawyer to write the Petition/Order and setup the Hearing
- SR22 Insurance, even if you've never had a DWI
- DPS Reinstatement Fees - a money order with the total amout due, ready to mail off
- Money Order for $10 per year for the Occupational License
- Letter from Employer and 3 year driving record from DPS, along with a few other minor items.
You can call the Law Office of Robert Keates at 512-216-3211 for details, a free consultation, and a quote. Turnaround for the license is about a week, so you can start driving legally in no time!
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