Occupational Driver's Licenses

DWI Lawyer in Liberty County

An occupational driver's license permits restricted driving privileges if your full driving privileges have been suspended. The purpose of this is to allow you to drive to and from work, your place of education and in service of the essential needs of your household. Obtaining an occupational license can be a complex process and your chances of success are greatly improved with the help of a Liberty County DWI attorney.

The knowledge and experience of a qualified legal representative is also invaluable in attempting to navigate the required process. Even after your license is suspended, you may still be able to obtain an occupational driver's license. There are a few circumstances in which you will not qualify, but a legal representative can advise you as to your options and help you with the path you are able to pursue.

Who can help?

Attorney Atkinson is well-versed in the matter of obtaining occupational driver's licenses and can act on your behalf in this area. He will first gather data from you regarding your situation and requirements and then file a petition with the county or district court for to have an occupational driver's license issued you. A hearing will then be held in front of a judge, in which your attorney can represent you and present a convincing case regarding your need to drive and the lack of risk in granting you an occupational license. The judge will make a decision during that hearing and if successful, your attorney will then take care of the paperwork needed to have the Department of Public Safety (DPS) issue your license. Even if he did not represent you in your DWI case, he can assist you in this process. He understands how vital the ability to drive is to your life and will do all he can to make your situation easier.

Contact a Liberty County DWI lawyer for help pursuing an occupational driver's license which will grant you restricted driving privileges if your full privileges have been suspended.