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If my Washington State Driver's License is Suspended
after Reckless Driving, are there license options available?
Yes, the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) makes a limited use available to many people.
It is called a Occupational / Restricted Drivers License, or
ORL. In other states they are known as a hardship license, limited-use
license, work license, or Cinderella license. The following information is
from the DOL web page.
Q: My Driver's License was Suspended Because Of My DUI . Can I get a License
to Go To Work or School?
A: In Washington, you can apply for an Occupational/Restricted Drivers License (ORL). An ORL can be used to drive for the following reasons:
- Employment
- Undergoing continuing healthcare or providing continuing care to another
person who is dependent on you
- Enrolled in an educational institution and pursuing a course of study
leading to a diploma, degree or other certification
- Court-ordered community service
- Work First, apprenticeship, or on-the-job training
- Attending substance abuse treatment, or 12-step meetings (unless transit
service is available)
Q: Are There Circumstances When I Cannot Get An ORL?
A: You are NOT eligible for an ORL for any of the following reasons:
- You did not have a valid driver license on the date of conviction, or
prior to the effective date of the first of any suspensions/revocations you
are requesting the ORL for;
- You were convicted of vehicular homicide or vehicular assault within seven
(7) years immediately before the incident you are requesting the ORL for;
- Your license was suspended/revoked for:
- Habitual traffic offender (HTO)
- Minor in possession (MIP)
- Failure to pay child support
- Vehicular assault or vehicular homicide
- Intermediate License restriction violations or too many Rules of the
Road violations while holding an Intermediate License.
- Fraud
- Driver license not surrendered when required
- Violation of court probation
- Violation of ORL restrictions
- Canceled SR-22 Insurance
- Failure to qualify on a medical or visual examination
- Failure to qualify on a driver skills examination
- Failure to undergo required alcohol/chemical dependency treatment
Q: Can I Use An ORL For My Commercial Driver's License?
A: No, an ORL cannot be used to operate a commercial motor vehicle. If you have a
Commercial Driver's License (CDL), an ORL may only be issued if you will be
operating a non-commercial motor vehicle.
These are very general questions and answers about ORLs. Please don't
hesitate to call me at (425) 422-5818 to talk about your case. Whether you want
to settle the case or fight it in court, I'll lay out all your options step by
step. And remember, my initial phone consultation is absolutely free, with no
obligation.
Sincerely,
Mark W. Garka, Washington State DUI Attorney
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Mark is quite simply an expert in the field of DUI defense. He is not only intimately familiar with the case law and recent developments, but is also very well connected within the field. Every time we appeared in court, Mark was catching up with acquaintances, maintaining his relationships and bettering my case in the process. Mark is thoughtful, cautious, and down to earth. He was careful not to overpromise, but in the end he overdelivered!
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