Texas ALR Hearings & Driver’s License Suspension
The license process can move before your criminal case is resolved. Bring your suspension notice to Leslie LeGrand promptly so the correct deadline and available response can be evaluated.
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Read The Actual Notice Immediately
Texas DPS generally provides 15 days after an ALR notice is served to request a hearing. For certain notices sent after consensual blood-test results, DPS describes 20 days from mailing. These are different notice situations: do not assume every case has the same deadline or that a court date extends it.
Official reference: Texas DPS Administrative License Revocation program and hearing deadlines.
ALR And Criminal Court Are Separate
An ALR hearing addresses the administrative suspension or disqualification of driving privileges. It is separate from the prosecution of the DWI charge. Preparing for one process does not automatically resolve the other. The State Office of Administrative Hearings conducts ALR hearings before an administrative law judge.
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What A Hearing Can Involve
The applicable issues depend on whether the allegation involves test refusal or a qualifying test result. The stop, arrest, requested specimen, notice, and supporting records may matter. Leslie can review the documents, identify disputed issues, and explain the hearing process in the context of your criminal defense.
Driving, Work, And License Status
Do not assume that holding a physical license means you may legally drive. Check your current eligibility and follow applicable restrictions. Occupational-license eligibility is case specific and should be discussed separately, especially when commercial driving is involved.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I wait for my DWI court date?
No. Have the license paperwork reviewed promptly. A separate hearing request deadline may expire before that court date.
Does winning an ALR hearing dismiss the DWI?
No. The administrative and criminal matters are separate proceedings.