Is a DUI hardship license available for a second DUI?

There are many difficult consequences of a DUI conviction, but facing an extended license suspension is often one of the most difficult. For a second DUI offense, that suspension is generally longer and more difficult to manage. For those who truly face a hardship as a result of a DUI license suspension, most states allow some form of a DUI hardship licenses. The laws governing these licenses are different in each state, but they are generally difficult to obtain and require the negotiating abilities of an experienced DUI attorney.

In most states, a hardship license is only granted for a few circumstances, such as:

• Employment requirements

• Educational requirements

• Medical needs

• Attendance at alcohol or drug rehabilitation programs

• Family and dependent needs

These hardship licenses will be granted at the discretion of the judge, and they can be granted to DUI offenders at many levels under certain conditions, which may include:

• 1st offense –completion of DUI school, counseling, and ignition interlock devices

• 2nd offense –complete of 1 year of the license suspension, as well as the other requirements

• 3rd offense –complete 2 years of the license suspension as well as the other requirements

If you have been convicted of a second DUI, you may still be able to obtain a hardship license, but you must enlist the help of a DUI attorney who is familiar with the steps to do so.