Free DUI Lawyer In Georgia

Reader’s Question:

I have an out-of-state driver’s license which has been suspended because of a DUI charge. I want to get a Georgia driver’s license. Can I still get one?

Kenneth

Augusta, GA

Thanks for asking, Kenneth.
Two common scenarios can exist. The first one is that your out-of-state license is suspended/revoked and you have no physical license. The Georgia Department of Public Safety would order that you get a letter of clearance from your previous home state. That would require following the correct procedures to get you out-of-state license reinstated so you can get a letter of clearance.

The second scenario is that you might have an out-of-state license which could be suspended without your knowledge (an example of this would be a suspension for failure to appear in court and pay a fine). In this case, you will be are issued a provisional Georgia driver’s license. Your Georgia driving privileges will be withdrawn until you take care of the out-of-state suspension if the Georgia Department of Public Safety learns of your prior suspension.

Your driving privileges can be revoked for life in some states. You will not be able to get a Georgia driver’s license if you are unfortunate enough to be in that situation.