Revocation of a driver’s license is a serious matter. In most cases you will have to wait until a certain period has expired before applying for reinstatement. You may also have to comply with the reinstatement procedures for all states in which your driver’s license has been revoked before any one of them will reinstate you. Nevertheless, the reinstatement maze can be navigated with a little patience and preparation.
Check your current driver’s license status to find out when you are eligible for reinstatement. Tthis varies according to the offense for which your license was revoked. If you do not have a copy of your revocation letter, an online information request form should be available from the website of your state’s DMV office. You will need to provide your name, birth date and driver’s license number or social security number.
Check your financial responsibility status shortly before becoming eligible for reinstatement by filling out the appropriate form on your state’s DMV website. This will provide you with the period of time for which you will have to file proof of insurance in order to get your driver’s license reinstated. Be prepared to provide your name, birth date and driver’s license number or social security number.
Apply and receive approval for SR-22 (high risk) auto insurance for the required period. This type of insurance is available nationwide through a variety of different insurance companies, although it is quite expensive. Once approved, your insurance company will issue you an SR-22 proof of insurance form.
Deliver the SR-22 form to your state’s local DMV office with a signed and notarized letter explaining the purpose of your filing. Some states may require you to deliver it to the Department of Transportation, so check your state’s DMV website for details.
Fill out an application for a new driver’s license at your local DMV. If you are under 18 years of age, you will need to bring a parent or legal guardian to sponsor your application. You will need to provide legal photo identification establishing your name and date of birth, proof of citizenship or legal residence in the U.S., and proof of state residence.
Take a driver examination and a road test if required. This will require payment of an additional fee.
Pay the reinstatement fee. This fee can range from around $40 to several hundred dollars, depending on the state and the offense for which your driver’s license was originally revoked