What do you need to reinstate your license

A Colorado driver whose license has been suspended, revoked, canceled or denied must go through a process of reinstatement to have their driving privilege restored. This process can only be initiated after the conditions of the revocation, suspension, cancellation or denial have been satisfied.

Online

Skip the Trip and take care of your reinstatement online!

• View your eligibility date and,reinstatement requirements and upload required documents
• Pay your reinstatement fee online
• For other online services visit //mydmv.colorado.gov

By Mail

1. Complete the DR 2870 Application for Reinstatement.

2. Mail the completed application, check or money order for $95 and specific requirements (for example: evidence of insurance, SR22, etc.) to the address noted on the application. You must clearly write your name and date of birth on the coupon when paying by money order. Note: Mail this information approximately 30 days before your eligibility date. This allows us to complete your request in a timely manner.

3. Allow up to 20 business days after mailing for us to complete your application.

4. We will mail a letter of clearance to the address listed on the application once all requirements for reinstatement are met.

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   If your Texas driver license or driving privilege has been suspended, revoked, cancelled or denied, you must visit the license eligibility webpage to determine what you will need to submit to the Department for reinstatement.

   For your convenience, there are several options for submitting your compliance items and any reinstatement fees.

   Reinstatement Fees

   Reinstatement fees can be paid online through the license eligibility webpage. This is the quickest, most convenient way to submit your payment, with processing taking approximately 24-48 hours.

   Compliance Documentation without Reinstatement Fees

   If you do not owe any fees or you paid your reinstatement fees online, any remaining compliance items must be submitted by mail, fax, or email. All documents submitted by email must be in PDF format. To properly identify your driver record provide your complete name, date of birth and driver license number on each document submitted and include a copy of your suspension notice, if available. Please allow 21 business days for processing.

   Mailing Address:

   Texas Department of Public Safety
   Enforcement and Compliance Service
   P.O. Box 4087
   Austin, TX 78773-0320

   Fax Number:

   512-424-2848

   Email:

   driver.improvement@dps.texas.gov
   (Documents must be submitted in PDF format.)

   Compliance Documentation with Reinstatement Fees

   If you cannot pay your reinstatement fee online, you must mail your payment along with your compliance documents to the address below. To properly identify your driver record provide your complete name, date of birth and driver license number on each document submitted and include a copy of your suspension notice, if available. Please allow 21 business days for processing.

   Mailing Address:

   Texas Department of Public Safety
   Central Cash Receiving
   P.O. Box 15999
   Austin, TX 78761-5999

   For more information on suspensions and reinstatement fees, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions webpage or download the Driver License Enforcement Actions chart for a complete list of driver license suspensions and revocations.

   you will be notified by first-class mail of the $200 Super Speeder fee. A second letter will be sent once the driving privileges have gone under suspension.

   The offender will have 120 days from the date of the notice to pay the fee to DDS. Failure to pay the fee in the time allotted will result

   • in the suspension of the driver's license
   • and the offender will be required to pay a reinstatement fee.  Select Reinstatement Fees and Payment Options for details.

   Out-of-State drivers are subject to the same requirements as Georgia drivers. If you do not pay the Super Speeder fee, the DDS will impose a suspension of your non-resident driving privilege in Georgia. Out-of-State Drivers can use our Online Services Pay Fees option to pay fines. 

   Super Speeders FAQs

5. 2. Child Support

   Georgia law mandates the suspension of the driver's license of anyone who fails to meet his or her child support obligation(s). Child Support suspensions are triggered by electronic notifications to the DDS from the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS).

   Upon receipt of notification from the DHS,

   • DDS sends notice to the non-custodial parent alerting him/her of the pending suspension
   • A grace period is offered to come into compliance with the child support obligation before the suspension is put into effect.
   • A child support suspension will remain in effect indefinitely until the non-custodial parent comes into compliance with his or her child support obligation(s).

   Reinstatement - Child Support FAQs

6. 3. Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

   Anyone age twenty-one (21) or older convicted of driving under the influence, DUI, in the State of Georgia is subject

   • to a suspension or revocation of his/her driver's license
   • or non-resident driving privilege for a period of 120 days to five (5) years depending upon the prior driving record.

   Convictions imposed upon Georgia residents by courts in other states can also result in Suspensions and revocations. 

   Reinstatement - DUI FAQs

7. 4. Failure to Appear (FTA)

   An FTA suspension occurs when a driver fails to appear in court or does not pay a traffic citation.

   Reinstatement - FTA FAQs.

8. 5. No Proof of Insurance

   Anyone operating a motor vehicle registered in Georgia:

   • Must have automobile liability insurance for at least the minimum limits required by law to drive
   • Failure to provide valid proof of insurance when asked, by law enforcement, will result in a driver's license or permit suspension.

   Reinstatement - No Proof of Insurance (First Offence) FAQs.

   Reinstatement - No Proof of Insurance (Multiple Convictions) FAQs.

9. 6. Points Violations

   Points are accumulated on a person's driving record as a result of certain convictions. Georgia driver's licenses are suspended for any person who:

   Where do I go to reinstate my license in Florida?

   Access the MyDMVPortal.flhsmv.gov to pay your driver license reinstatement fee online; or, Call the DHSMV at (850) 617-2000; or, Visit your local DHSMV or tax collector office to pay the license reinstatement fee.

   What do you have to do in Nevada to reinstate your license?

   You must present a Certificate of Compliance in person at a DMV office and follow any other reinstatement procedures as well. Requirements may include written testing, SR-22 insurance and payment of reinstatement fees. Contact us for the exact requirements needed to reinstate your privilege.

   How much does it cost to reinstate your license in Alabama?

   The registrant should visit their local licensing official to pay the required reinstatement fee ($200 for first suspension; $400 for second and subsequent suspensions) and provide evidence of current Alabama liability insurance coverage.

   What do you need to reinstate your license in Utah?

   A driver with a suspended license must pay reinstatement fees to Utah's Driver License Division. A fee of $35 is charged for any type of offense that is not DUI-related..

   Completing a defensive driving course..

   Providing proof of car insurance..

   Retaking DMV driving exams..