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License Reinstatement After DUI

Your step-by-step guide to getting your driver's license back. Requirements vary by state.

6 Steps to License Reinstatement

1

Complete Your Suspension Period

Wait out the mandatory hard suspension before you can apply for any driving privileges. Check your state for the exact timeline.

2

Complete DUI Education/Treatment

Finish all court-ordered DUI classes and treatment programs. Keep your completion certificates.

3

Install Ignition Interlock Device

If required in your state, install an approved IID before applying for a restricted or full license.

4

File SR-22 Insurance

Contact your insurance company to file an SR-22 with your state DMV. This must remain active for 3+ years.

5

Pay All Fines & Reinstatement Fees

Clear all court fines, fees, and DMV reinstatement fees before applying.

6

Apply at DMV

Visit your local DMV with all documentation, proof of compliance, and reinstatement fee payment.

License Suspension By State

State1st Offense2nd OffenseSR-22Expungement
AL90-day suspension1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
AK90-day revocation1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
AZ90-day suspension1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
AR6-month suspension24-month suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
CA6-month suspension2-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
CO9-month revocation1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
CT45-day suspension45-day suspension + 3 years IIDSR-22 not required (uses FR-6)✓
DE12-month revocation (IID eligible at 1 month)18-month revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
FL180 days–1 year revocation5-year revocation (if within 5 years)SR-22 required for 3 years✗
GA1-year suspension (limited permit available)3-year suspension (18 months hard)SR-22 required for 3 years✗
HI1-year revocation2-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✓
ID90–180 day suspension1-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
IL6-month suspension (1 year if test refused)1-year suspension (3 years if refused)SR-22 required for 3 years✗
INUp to 2-year suspensionMinimum 1-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
IA180-day revocation1-year revocation (2 years if refused)SR-22 required for 2 years✗
KS30-day suspension + 180 days restricted1-year suspension + 1 year IIDSR-22 required for 3 years✓
KY30–120 day suspension12–18 month suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
LA90-day suspension2-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
ME150-day suspension3-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✗
MD6-month suspension1-year suspensionSR-22 not required (uses FR-19)✓
MA1-year suspension2-year suspensionSR-22 not required✗
MI30-day suspension + 150 days restrictedMinimum 1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✓
MN90-day revocation1-year revocation + plate impoundmentSR-22 required for 6 years✓
MS90-day suspension (30-day hard)2-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
MO30-day suspension + 60 days restricted1-year revocation (5-year if within 5 years)SR-22 required for 5 years✓
MT6-month suspension1-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✗
NE6-month revocation18-month revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
NV185-day revocation1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✓
NH9-month revocation3-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✓
NJ3-month suspension (until IID installed)1–2 year suspension + 1–3 years IIDSR-22 not required (NJ uses own system)✗
NM1-year revocation2-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✓
NY6-month revocationMinimum 1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
NC1-year revocation4-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
ND91-day suspension365-day suspension + 2 years IIDSR-22 required for 3 years✗
OH1–3 year suspension1–7 year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✗
OK180-day revocation1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✓
OR1-year suspension3-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✗
PA12-month suspension (no suspension if BAC < 0.10% and no prior)12-month suspensionSR-22 not required✓
RI30–180 day suspension1–2 year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✗
SC6-month suspension1-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
SD30-day revocation + 30 days restricted1-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
TN1-year revocation2-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✓
TX90 days–1 year suspension180 days–2 years suspensionSR-22 required for 2 years✗
UT120-day suspension2-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
VT90-day suspension18-month suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓
VA1-year revocation3-year revocationSR-22 not required (uses FR-44)✗
WA90-day suspension2-year revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
WV15-day suspension + 6 months IID10-year revocation (or 5 years with IID)SR-22 required for 3 years✓
WI6–9 month revocation12–18 month revocationSR-22 required for 3 years✗
WY90-day suspension1-year suspensionSR-22 required for 3 years✓

FAQ

How long does it take to get my license back after a DUI?

Timeline varies by state and offense number. First offenses typically result in 6-12 month suspensions. Some states allow restricted licenses with IID earlier.

What do I need for license reinstatement?

Generally you need: completed suspension period, DUI class completion certificate, SR-22 insurance filing, IID compliance (if required), reinstatement fee payment, and DMV application.

How much does reinstatement cost?

DMV reinstatement fees range from $50-$500. Add SR-22 insurance costs, IID costs, and DUI class costs for the total reinstatement expense.

Need Help With License Reinstatement?

A DUI attorney can help navigate the reinstatement process and expedite getting your license back.

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