Alabama Driver Manual Chapter 2

1. Alabama Driver ManualChapter 2 You May Lose Your LIcense

2. You May Lose Your License • You are responsible for obeying all traffic laws. • If convicted of a violation you will be punished by the court system. • You can also lose your license through cancellation, revocation, suspension, or disqualification.

3. Reinstatement Fees Canceled, Suspended or Revoked License require a reinstatement fee of no less than $100 in addition to meeting other requirements of state law before re-licensing. • Failure to surrender license as directed will result in additional $50 fee. • Drug related charges require an additional $75 fee. • Suspensions resulting from non payment of child support require an additional $50 fee when reinstating the license.

4. License Cancellation(Cannot Receive Back) Director of Public Safety is authorized to cancel any driver license upon determining that a person was not entitled to the license. Failing to give required or correct information on a driver license application or committing any fraud in making an application is also grounds for license cancellation.

5. Revocation(Can apply for a new License) A driver license may be revoked if a driver is convicted of certain offenses. After the period of revocation has expired, the driver may apply for a new driver license and will be required to take and pass the complete examinations. The Director of Public Safety must revoke a license upon receiving a record of conviction for: Manslaughter or homicide resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle. Driving or being in actual physical control of vehicle while Intoxicated upon second or subsequent conviction. Driving a motor vehicle while a habitual user or under the influence of a controlled substance upon a second or subsequent conviction. Using a motor vehicle in the commission of a felony. Failure to stop, render aid, or identify yourself in a vehicle accident. Perjury or making false statements relating to ownership or operation of vehicle. Three reckless Driving Convictions in 12 Months. Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle belonging to another.

6. Suspension(Can receive Back) A driver license may be suspended if a driver is convicted of certain offenses or is judged incompetent to operate a motor vehicle. After the period of suspension, the license will be reinstated unless it expired or unless all requirements of suspension were not met. Driver License may be suspended if you: Have been convicted with such frequency of serious offenses against traffic regulations governing the movement of vehicles to indicate disrespect for traffic laws, and a disregard for the safety of other persons on the highway. Are a habitually reckless or negligent driver due to a record of accidents or other evidence. Are incompetent to drive a motor vehicle. Have permitted an unlawful or fraudulent use of license or mutilated the license. Have committed an offense in another state which, if committed In this state, would be grounds for suspension or revocation.

7. SUSPENSION • Are convicted of fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer. • Are convicted of racing on the highways. • Fail to answer a traffic court summons on time or fail to pay. • Are ages 15- 18 and withdraw from school prior to graduation. • Fail to maintain SR-22 insurance when required. • a document that shows proof of financial responsibility. You'll need an SR-22 if you are stopped while driving without insurance. A driver will be required to carry the SR-22 for a specified amount of time (usually three years). Once the time period is up, your SR-22 status expires. • Have non-payment of Child Support. • Have medical reasons. • Have 4 or more points accrued on driving record or 2 or more moving traffic violations on a GDL. • First Offense DUI or Drugs (Juvenile or Adult).

8. The Alabama Point System • The point system has been instituted as a means of identifying the problem driver (one who continually disobeys the motor vehicle laws). • It serves as a means of getting these problem drivers off the roadways. • The Department of Public Safety will notify the driver of suspensions, revocations and cancellations (at last known address). • You are entitled to an administrative hearing on a suspension action.

9. Points are assessed for various violations as follows: • Any conviction which resulted from a charge that involved the drinking of alcoholic beverages and the driving of a motor vehicle but did not require mandatory revocation of the driver license • Reckless driving • Speeding in Excess of 85 MPH • Failure of Yield Right of Way • Passing a Stopped School Bus • Wrong Side of the Road • Illegal Passing • Following Too Closely • Disregarding Traffic Control Device (stop signs, traffic lights, etc) • Speeding in Excess of Posted Limits • All Other Moving Violations • 6 Points • 6 Points • 5 Points • 5 Points • 5 Points • 4 Points • 4 Points • 3 Points • 3 Points • 2 Points • 2 Points

10. Suspension Period 12 – 14 Points in a Two Year Period 60 Days 15 – 17 Points in a Two Year Period 90 Days 18 – 20 Points in a Two Year Period 120 Days 21 – 23 Points in a Two Year Period 180 Days 24 and Above Points in a Two Year Period 365 Days After a traffic conviction is 2 years old, it loses it point count for suspension purposes but remains on a driver’s record.