Reader’s Question:

I was convicted for DUI and my driver’s license was suspended. How can I get a Florida Hardship License?

Francis

Sarasota , FL

If you are convicted for DUI and want to drive legally while getting your Florida license back, you may apply for a hardship license in the county where you live before the expiration of the revocation period. One of the requirements, if referred, is the completion and treatment for DUI school. After that, you can apply for a Florida hardship license in any Administrative Reviews Office where you live.

Proof of or completion of DUI School and treatment, if referred, is required if you wait to reinstate your license until your revocation period ends. Failure to finish the course within 90 days after reinstatement will result in cancellation of your driver’s license by the department until the course is completed. Failure of completion of the treatment may result in cancellation of your driver’s license.

You must take the required examination, and pay $115 administrative fee and $60 reinstatement fee and any license fee required at the time of reinstatement, whether for a hardship license or a full license. Also, proof of liability coverage or proof of liability insurance on the arrest date and a $15 reinstatement fee will be required.