Illinois Secretary Of State Drivers License Reinstatement

When you get your driver’s license in the state of Illinois, you are entering into a contract with the Secretary of State that says that you must operate a vehicle safely and legally, free from the influence of drugs or alcohol. Subsequently, when you get a DUI, you are processed through both the court system as well as through the Secretary of State’s office, since you broke the terms of your license contract as well as the law.

From this point, you have to fight two battles: one with the courts regarding your DUI charge and one with the Secretary of State to get your license reinstated. You will be expected to attend a summary suspension hearing after your DUI arrest. At this point, your license will be automatically suspended and you will be required to attend DUI education and/or treatment at a facility such as New Visions Court Counseling Services, Inc.

The length of your required program depends on a number of factors, including your BAC (blood alcohol content) and whether or not it is your first offense. The court will assign a risk level to your case: minimal risk, moderate risk, significant risk or high risk. Each risk level carries a specific set of requirements that must be met before license reinstatement.

You can then apply for license reinstatement at a hearing with the Secretary of State’s office. If you’re denied reinstatement, we will complete all necessary treatment and paperwork needed to increase your chance of reinstatement. The red tape of license reinstatement can be very complex and labor-intensive, and we can expedite the process to get your license back to you sooner. To schedule an appointment, call (630) 493-1100 to speak to our friendly staff.