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Reader’s Question:
My father was convicted for DUI here in Texas and got his license revoked. He was told that he can get his license reinstated or at least get an occupational license. What does an occupational license mean and how can he get this?
Rhea
San Antonio, TX
Thanks for asking, Rhea.
An occupational license is a special restricted license issued to a person whose license has been revoked or suspended for certain offenses such as DUI. This license authorizes the operation of a non-commercial motor vehicle in connection with a person’s occupation, for educational purposes or in the performance of essential household duties. Under the Texas Transportation Code, a request for such license is made to the county or district court in the county of the licensee’s residence or to the court of original jurisdiction where the offense occurred.
Here are the requirements for the occupational license in Texas:
-certified copy of the court order granting the occupational license and the certified copy of the petition
-An original SR-22 certificate of insurance and this is the only proof of insurance acceptable
-An occupational license fee ($10/year) for a one year license or less. 2-year license is the maximum length of issuance.
-A statutory reinstatement fee ($100) for the Safety Responsibility suspension, if required
-A statutory reinstatement fee ($100) for the Driver Improvement suspension, if required
-A statutory reinstatement fee ($125) for the Administrative License Revocation (ALR), if required
Under the Texas law, it is required that good cause be shown to receive an occupational license. Examples of these good cause are going to and from work, taking children to and from school, going to and from a religious service, traveling to and from a grocery store and traveling to and from a medical facility for treatment. The occupational license permits a person to operate a motor vehicle for up to 12 hours per day, but is subject to restrictions.