After a DUI License Suspension - Get Legal

Avoiding license suspension is one of the goals of a DUI attorney, but no attorney can guarantee a win on this front. When a suspension is imposed, knowing the proper steps to take after the suspension has been served is very important. If you have just finished serving a DUI license suspension, you are still not legal to drive unless you "reinstate" your license. The DOL does not automatically give you your license back after you have served a suspension. The requirements for reinstatement are different depending upon the type an length of license suspension. The DOL has created a web-tool that is a good way to know what DOL is requiring, and how to comply. Find it here: https://fortress.wa.gov/dol/dolprod/dsdreinstatements/. In some cases, simply payment of a reinstatement fee is required. In others, filing SR-22 insurance, an alcohol evaluation and follow-up treatment is required. In still other cases, you'll need to take the written and driving exams in addition to other requirements before the license is reinstated. You can always give my office a call (425) 274-9190 for help with this or any criminal traffic related problem. We offer representation for all DUI and traffic related matters, focusing upon cases arising in Western Washington, but also offering representation in certain cases in counties east of the mountains.