Birmingham Drivers License Attorney
If your Alabama license has been either suspended or revoked, you are likely struggling to get around town. A loss of driving privileges can affect your job, your family and your freedom. Our Birmingham law firm can help you get your license reinstated.
Attorney Shane M. Oncale has been practicing for more than 10 years. He knows Alabama court procedures and can petition to get your license reinstated. Contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer to schedule your free initial consultation.
Alabama License Revocation or Suspension
Alabama uses a point system to evaluate whether a driver should keep his or her license. The accumulation of enough points will cause you to lose your license. Points are assessed for the following reasons:
- Alcohol or drug-related offenses while driving
- Failure to surrender license within 30 days of conviction
- Failure to pay child support
- Excessive traffic violations
Alabama does not allow a hardship license if your license is suspended or reinstated. That means that if you want to regain your driving privileges, you need someone on your side to fight the revocation or suspension or to assist you in demonstrating rehabilitation. We know the process to get your license back after revocation, and we work quickly to get you your license back as soon as possible.
Suspension Length Varies Depending on Your Loss of Points
The length of time for your suspension or revocation will depend on the severity of the offense or violation that lead to the assessment of points. Different activities are given different points. If you have too many points, your license will be suspended accordingly:
- 12-14 points in a two year period - 60 days
- 15-17 points in a two year period - 90 days
- 18-20 points in a two year period - 120 days
- 21-23 points in a two year period - 180 days
- 24 and above points in a two year period - 365 days
If you want to get your license back, you will have to pay fines and demonstrate proof of insurance. If a DUI conviction lead to your driver's license suspension, you will also have to show that you complied with your sentence, including completion of community service and payment of fines.
A seasoned criminal defense lawyer help you get your license back. Shane M. Oncale will diligently pursue all options for reinstating your license. Contact The Oncale Firm for a consultation to discuss your Alabama license reinstatement today.
