Hardship License In Colorado
Some of the most common types of traffic cases in Colorado are driving under restraint, suspension, or denial. They are so common because there are many ways to lose your license in Colorado.
Driving Under Restraint (DUR) or Driving Under Suspension (DUS) in Colorado means that your driver's license has been revoked for various reasons by the Colorado DMV. And the most suspended/revoked licenses for alcohol-related reasons (DUI, DWAI, DUI per se), point suspensions, out-of-state violators, and OJW suspensions.
Overview
A license or permit is an official authorization to do something that the person would not be able to do otherwise. A license is a contractual right that allows someone to do a specific activity or use someone else's property.
License fees may be imposed, but they must be reasonable and not prohibit people from engaging in a trade or occupation. Licensing can be used to generate revenue or to fund activity regulation. Any conditions attached to the license's issuance must comply with constitutional due process requirements and not be discriminatory. Qualifications for training, education, or financial responsibility may be required. When reasonably related to the license issuance and not for discriminatory purposes, background information on the applicant may be required.
Drivers in Colorado who have had their licenses suspended or revoked can obtain a limited license to drive, which allows them to operate their vehicles until the suspension period expires legally. This type of credential is classified as a probationary driver's license by the Colorado DMV (PDL).
It should be noted that this restricted license can only be used to travel to and from specific locations, such as your place of employment or school. Only drivers charged with certain CO driving license suspensions, such as child support or points, are eligible for the probationary license.
Applying For A Hardship License
Probationary licenses can be obtained during your Colorado driving license suspension hearing. Drivers can explain their situation and submit their requests to the hearing officer directly. If the judge grants the probationary license, motorists can submit their request in person by bringing the necessary evidence, such as a letter of employment, proof of school enrollment, and proof of insurance. Drivers must also surrender their current license and pay a $6 fee.
The CO DMV issues probationary driving licenses with a 90-day validity period. If you violate the terms of the credential, your license will be revoked. In addition, if you receive traffic tickets while driving on a restricted license, the DMV will suspend your driving privileges.
Hardship License For Teens
A hardship license for minors is a driver's license issued to minors aged 14 to 15 who can demonstrate a hardship situation in which they need to drive. These drivers are usually too young for a standard driver's license, and the limitations of a learner's permit are insufficient.
Hardship license applications are typically reviewed on an individual and case-by-case basis but may include situations such as:
- Medical issues in the family
- Financial circumstances in the family
- Living in extremely rural areas.
- Lack of practical transportation to work or school.
The hardship licenses are granted based on a set of fairly strict criteria, which include:
- Access to public transportation.
- The distance between home and school or work.
- Situations involving parents/guardians.
A hardship license is subject to certain restrictions and is usually tied to the nature of the demonstrated hardship. For example, if the difficulty is getting to school, the license can only be used for that purpose. Other limitations may apply:
- Hours during which the teen is permitted to drive.
- The total number of miles that the teen can drive.
- Places where teenagers can drive.
- Who is allowed to be in the car while the teen is driving
Application
If you live in a state that provides a hardship license, the application process is similar to that of a standard driver's license. Typically, you'll need to:
- Show proof of the specific hardship.
- Pass a written examination.
- Pass a vision test.
- Fill out the appropriate application.
- Please provide identification.
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