Administrative License Revocation Hearings
Serving Clients in the Greater Austin Area
In the state of Texas, if you fail to submit to a blood or breath test after you have been arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), your license can be suspended for up to 2 years. The Administrative License Revocation (ALR) Program is a civil administrative process that is separate from criminal court proceedings. The ALR Program is intended for people who have been arrested for DWI or Boating While Intoxicated (BWI), and refused to take or failed a blood or breath test.
It should be pointed out that you only have 15 days to request an ALR hearing after you have been arrested for DWI. Because of this, it is important that you consult with an experienced attorney as soon as possible.
At Smith & Vinson Law Firm, our team of Austin DWI lawyers are here to fight for you rights. We have the skills and knowledge that you will need to get through your Texas ALR hearing.
Call (512) 359-3743 to get legal assistance from our Austin DWI attorneys today.
Why Do I Need an ALR Hearing?
In short, you need to request your ALR as soon as possible if you want to have a chance to save your license from being suspended. Requesting an ALR hearing will force the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to have to prove they have an actual case against you. DPS will need to demonstrate that the officer who arrested you for DWI had reasonable suspicion or probable cause to initiate the arrest.
How to Win an ALR Hearing
If DPS is unable to establish strong reasoning for your arrest, you can win your ALR hearing by default.
However, winning your hearing will require the skills and resources of an experienced law firm. This is why it is important to hire a lawyer who has a solid track record when it comes to DWI cases.
If you did not submit to chemical testing, DPS will need to prove the following things:
- The existence of reasonable suspicion or probable cause for your arrest
- There was probable cause to make the officer believe you were operating your vehicle in a public area while intoxicated
- When you were placed under arrest, there was a proper request for you to submit to chemical testing
- You refused the officer’s request for chemical testing
If you failed a blood or breath test, DPS will need to prove the following:
- You had a BAC of .08 or higher when you were operating your vehicle
- The existence of probable cause or suspicion for you being stopped by police
Talk With Our Austin DWI Attorneys
We are here to assist you through the entire ALR process to ensure that your rights and interest are fully protected. Our skilled ALR attorneys have a stellar record trying DWI cases throughout Texas. Our Austin DWI lawyers can create and walk you through a customized legal strategy designed to maximize the results of your case. Let us put our skills to work for you today.
Contact us to get Administration License Revocation help in Austin and surrounding areas. Call us at (512) 359-3743!
Texas Administrative License Revocation FAQ
Can I drive while waiting for my ALR hearing?
Yes, the Notice of Suspension serves as a temporary driving permit, allowing you to drive legally until your hearing.
What are the possible outcomes of an ALR hearing?
The administrative law judge may either uphold the suspension of your driver’s license or rescind the suspension, allowing you to retain your driving privileges.
How long will my license be suspended if I lose the ALR hearing?
The suspension period varies: 90 days for a first-time failed test, up to one year for subsequent failed tests, 180 days for a first-time refusal, and up to two years for subsequent refusals.
Can I appeal the ALR hearing decision?
Yes, you can appeal the decision to a state district court. It’s important to consult with an attorney to discuss the specifics of your case and the likelihood of success on appeal.
How can Smith & Vinson Law Firm help with my ALR hearing?
Our experienced attorneys will guide you through the process, challenge the evidence against you, and represent you at the hearing to protect your driving privileges.
What should I bring to the ALR hearing?
You should bring any relevant documents, such as your Notice of Suspension, and any evidence that supports your case. Your Austin license revocation attorney will advise you on what specific documents and evidence are needed.
Contact us to get Administration License Revocation help in Austin and surrounding areas from a license revocation attorney near you. Call us at (512) 359-3743!
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Smith and Vinson are absolutely incredible! They go above and beyond to help their clients and have a track record of success in getting cases dismissed. Their aggressive approach and unwavering dedication make them stand out from the rest.- Linda W.
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Not Guilty 2nd DWI
911 caller reported a major rollover, single car accident. EMS and fire arrived on scene. They had to break the window to get our client out of the car. He said he had swerved to miss a deer and had been up close to 18 hours before the crash. Police later arrived on scene, spoke to our client and he admitted to coming from a bar and drinking 2 martinis.
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Not Guilty 2nd DWI
Our client was pulled over for a traffic violation. Officer smelled alcohol, client admitted to consuming a few drinks. Officer also noted slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. Client performed the SFST’s (roadside tests). Officer said he failed all 3, eye test, walk and turn and one-leg stand. Officer placed client under arrest and asked him for a sample of breath and/or blood. Client refused. Officer did not get a blood warrant.
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Case Dismissed 2nd DWI
Our client was involved in a vehicle accident in La Grange where she was ejected from the vehicle and had to stay in the hospital. There was alcohol in the car, and she had prior DWIs. The ethanol levels in her blood came back at a .13 so she was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. This client was unaware that she was charged after she left the hospital which resulted in the charge of Bail Jumping. However she maintained that she had only an 8% functioning liver due and upon researching her medical hist
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Deferred Adjudication Aggravated Assault & Tampering with Evidence
Our client was involved in a verbal dispute that turned into an altercation where a firearm was discharged into the ground. The round ricocheted and grazed a party to the dispute. Our client was facing multiple felony convictions and a prison sentence.
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Deferred Adjudication Aggravated Assault Family Violence w/ Serious Bodily Injury
Our client was involved in a domestic altercation that resulted in one of the parties sustaining a very serious life -altering injury that required serious medical intervention. We took the case and approached our defense with heavy strong willed negotiations with the State.
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Rejected Pre-Indictment Aggravated Assault Strangulation/Impeding Airway Investigation