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I Want an Occupational Driver's License

  • What is an Occupational Driver's License (ODL)?
    • A type of driver’s license ordered and overseen by a judge, where the court orders DPS to issue a license so you can drive for certain limited purposes only, like work, school or essential household duties.
  • Who is eligible for an ODL?
    • If the reason you cannot drive is due to OmniBase holds for unresolved tickets and you don't have other suspensions, you may be eligible for an ODL. While some courts consider people with OmniBase holds ineligible for ODLs because their licenses are not technically suspended, many courts will grant ODLs to people with OmniBase holds.    
    • You are not eligible for an ODL if
      • You lost your license because of a mental or physical disability or medical condition;
      • You lost your license due to failure to pay child support;
      • You want to drive a commercial motor vehicle, not just drive for personal reasons;
      • You have received two ODLs in the past 10 years after criminal convictions; OR
      • You have a “hard suspension” waiting period due to a DWI arrest or other conviction.
  • How do I get one?
    • You will need to apply to a court for an order granting you an ODL.
    • To apply, follow the steps and use the forms available here.
    • If the judge grants the order, you take it to DPS who will issue the ODL.