How Do I Do To Get My License Back?
To seek restoration, you must plan ahead. Your attorney can tell you ahead of
time what to do and when you are eligible to get your license back. If you plan
properly, you will be able to seek reinstatement at an earlier date. To best
understand your particular situation, contact an experienced attorney at
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.,
by calling
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
for an in-office appointment, or request a
Free E-Mail Case Analysis.
When Can I Get My License Back?
When you can get your license back depends on the reason for the suspension or
revocation. The best approach is to contact an experienced attorney at
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.,
at
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
for an in-office appointment, or request a
Free E-Mail Case Analysis.
Below is a listing of several reasons for license Suspensions/Revocations, and
general ideas on what steps can be considered to help get your license back.
| Drinking Suspensions |
They are MANDATORY.
(See Drunk Driving License Suspensions).
You must wait until you are eligible for a Review Date, file a Petition, and attend a
Review Hearing. Success at a Review Hearing IS NOT GUARANTEED. To best
plan for success at a Review Hearing, contact an attorney at
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.
by calling
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
or request a
Free E-Mail Case Analysis.
At your Review Hearing, you have the burden of establishing sobriety.
You must show abstinence for 6 to 12 months prior to the Review Hearing.
You must have an Alcohol Assessment, submit letters of reference, and show
6 to 12 months of abstinence. Even then, the Secretary of State can deny
your request and make you wait another year for your next Review Hearing.
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.
can help. Call
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
or request a
Free E-Mail Case Analysis.
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| Mandatory Suspensions |
You must wait the mandatory period before getting your license
back. In some cases, you may be eligible for a restricted license during
this mandatory period. You may need to file a Petition with the Circuit Court,
or in the District Court, (if a drug suspension).
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| Point Suspensions |
Eligible persons may file a Petition in the Circuit Court where
you live, seeking a restricted license. If eligible, granting of a license is
within the discretion of the Circuit Court Judge. To best prepare for and file
an appropriate Petition, contact your attorney at
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.
by calling
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
or request a
Free E-Mail Case Analysis.
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| Review Suspensions |
You may file for an administrative appeal or sometimes you may seek
a restricted license from the Circuit Court where you live. For eligibility, contact
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.
by calling
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
or request a
Free E-Mail Case Analysis.
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| Like Term Suspensions |
Generally, the availability of an appeal or Circuit Court Petition to
obtain a restricted license during the period of like term suspension will be the
same as the availability for these options under the original suspension.
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| FAC & FCJ Admin Suspensions |
FCJ suspensions require payment of the fine and payment of a reinstatement
fee. FAC suspensions require an appearance in Court, the Judge's lifting the suspension,
and payment of a reinstatement fee.
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What Procedure Must I Follow?
As noted above, you may be eligible to seek a Review Hearing or to file a Circuit
Court Petition.
| The Review Hearing |
The procedures for filing a request for a Review Hearing,
are contained in a packet available from the Secretary of State. You MUST
follow all of these technical requirements. If you fail in any respect,
your request will likely be DENIED, and you will need to WAIT AN ADDITIONAL
YEAR for a new Review Hearing! Contact your attorney at
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.
by calling
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
to make an appointment before applying for a Review Hearing. Your attorney will
review your documents and prepare a Petition Package. Let our experience
increases your chances of success at the Review Hearing.
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| The Circuit Court Petition |
If eligible, you may file a Petition with the Circuit Court,
or file an appeal from a Review Hearing Denial. The Court requires a filing
fee. Notice must be given to the Secretary of State, (and the Prosecutor).
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Your attorney at
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C.
can tell you if you are eligible to file a Petition, answer your questions, prepare your
Petition, and appear with you in Court. Filing a Petition is not a guarantee of
success. Call
The Law Offices of THOMAS J. TOMKO and Associates, P.C. to find
out the fee that applies to you:
586-795-8822 (Macomb or St. Clair), or 248-656-7722 (Oakland or Wayne),
for an in-office appointment, or request a
Free E-Mail Case Analysis.
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