Full question:
How would my daughter apply for a hardship license court hearing so she can drive to work since her license was suspended?
- Category: Drivers License
- Date:
- State: Indiana
Answer:
Your daughter can file a petition in court to request a stay of her license suspension and seek specialized driving privileges. This petition must outline the grounds for relief and the specific relief she is seeking. It should be filed in the appropriate circuit or superior court and served to the bureau and the prosecuting attorney.
The court will review the petition and may grant specialized driving privileges for at least one hundred eighty days. However, if she has previously been granted such privileges or has multiple convictions for violating suspension terms, the court may deny her request.
If granted specialized driving privileges, she must:
- Maintain proof of insurance during this period.
- Carry a copy of the court order in the vehicle.
- Present the order to law enforcement if requested.
- Have a valid state ID or driver’s license.
Note that these procedures are based on Indiana law (Ind. Code § 9-30-16-3).
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