URGENT: DMV Hearing Deadline May Be Today
Missing your DMV hearing deadline results in automatic license suspension. Some states have deadlines as short as 7 days from arrest.
DMV Administrative Hearing Guide
Everything you need to know about requesting and winning your DMV hearing to keep your license after a DUI arrest.
Critical Deadlines by State
EXTREMELY URGENT (7-10 Days)
URGENT (15-30 Days)
Important: These deadlines are from the date of arrest, not from when you were released or received any paperwork. Don't wait - request your hearing immediately.
What is a DMV Administrative Hearing?
The Hearing Explained
A DMV administrative hearing is a separate proceeding from your criminal DUI case. It's conducted by the Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent state agency) to determine whether your driving privileges should be suspended based on:
- Refusing a breath/blood test
- Testing over the legal limit (0.08% BAC)
- Driving under the influence
Why It Matters
- Completely separate
from criminal court case
- Lower burden of proof
than criminal case
- Can suspend license
even if criminal case is dismissed
- May get restricted license
for work/medical needs
Comprehensive DMV Hearing Resources
How to Request Your Hearing
Step-by-step guide to submitting your DMV hearing request before the deadline.
Two-Track System
Understanding how DMV hearings differ from criminal court proceedings.
Administrative vs Criminal
Key differences between administrative and criminal proceedings.
Temporary Driving Permit
Understanding your temporary permit and driving privileges.
Missed Your Deadline?
Options if you've already missed the DMV hearing request deadline.
Explore OptionsState-Specific DMV Hearing Information
Your Next Steps
If You Haven't Requested Hearing Yet:
- 1STOP EVERYTHING
Request hearing immediately
- 2Find your state
Specific form and deadline above
- 3Submit request
Mail, fax, or online
- 4Contact attorney
DUI specialist immediately
If You've Already Requested:
- Hire attorney
if you haven't already
- Gather evidence
photos, witness contacts, medical records
- Request discovery
police reports, calibration records
- Prepare defense
based on arrest circumstances
- Schedule hearing
at convenient time
Need Help With Your DMV Hearing?
Connect with experienced DUI attorneys who can represent you at your DMV hearing and fight to save your license.