Driver License Enforcement Actions
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
Revocations – TRC 521 Subchapter N Section 521.294. Revocations are indefinite until compliance is received.
REVOKED - REPEAT OFFENDER
Individual is ordered by the court to attend a 32 hour repeat offender course after having been convicted of a second or subsequent DWI within a 10 year period. If the individual fails to complete the course by the end of the mandatory suspension period, the license will be revoked until the course is completed
Failure to complete course will result in a revocation
No No No Yes No
CCP 42A.404,
TRC 521.344(f);
REVOKED - NRVC Individual fails to appear in court or has any unpaid court fines received in another state, that state may request the licensing state, take enforcement action under the Non-Resident Violator Compact (NRVC)
License will remain revoked until the individual has resolved the outstanding violations/fees in the other state and evidence is submitted to the department
No $100 No Yes Yes
TRC 521.294(2); 521.294(5); 521.312(c); 703
REVOKED - INCAPABLE Individual may have their license revoked if they are found to be medically incapable of safely operating a motor vehicle by the Medical Advisory Board (MAB)
License will be revoked until they have been medically approved
No $100 No No Yes
TRC 521.294 (1)
REVOKED - MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD - NO REPLY
Individual may have their license revoked if they fail to provide required medical documentation to the Medical Advisory Board (MAB)
License will be revoked until they provide medical documentation from their physician to the Medical Advisory Board for review
No $100 No No Yes TRC 521.294 (3)
REVOKED - TEST REQUIRED
Individual may have their license revoked if they do not complete required comprehensive testing
License will be revoked until they take and pass the required comprehensive tests.
No $100 No No Yes TRC 521.294 (4)
REVOKED - FAILURE TO COMPLETE DWI EDUCATION PROGRAM
If an individual is placed on probation for a DWI and is required to complete a 12 hour DWI education course, but fails to complete the course within 180 days of the conviction date, the license will be suspended
License will be revoked until the department receives Certificate of Completion for the DWI course No $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.344(e)
CCP 42A.403
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
REVOKED - MINOR FAILURE TO APPEAR
Minor, 17 years or younger has been issued a non-traffic citation that the court reported unpaid
License will be revoked until DIC-81 completed by the court, showing date of final disposition with matching cause numbers OR receipt of payment
No $100 No Yes Yes
Due to legislation passed in the 85th session, the department no longer has authority to process
REVOKED - SECTION 521.319
Individual has been determined by a court of law to be incapacitated for a medical reason
Individual is appointed a legal guardian and will be revoked until released by the court
No No No No No TRC 521.319
REVOKED DELINQUENT CHILD SUPPORT
The Attorney General's office or a Texas district court initiates revocation action for failure to pay child support
License will be revoked. The revocation will be lifted at the request of the AG’s office or the court that initiated the revocation. If the individual does not have a driver license, the revocation is placed on an identification card record, which will prevent a driver license from being issued.
No No No No No
An individual with an identification can still renew their ID card with status. FC 232.011(h); 232.012, 232.013, 232.014
REVOKED - MINOR - FAILURE TO PAY - NON - TRAFFIC
A minor, 17 years or younger, fails to comply with the requirement of a court of law
The minor individual’s license will be revoked No $100 No Yes No
CCP 45.050(e)
REVOKED - MINOR - FAILURE TO APPEAR - NON - TRAFFIC
A minor, 17 years or younger fails to comply with the requirement of a court of law
The minor individual’s license will be revoked
No $100 No Yes No
Due to legislation passed in the 85th session, the department no longer has authority to process
REVOKE - DHS OVERPAYMENT
DHS makes an overpayment to an individual and has not been able to collect
Individual must comply with requirements of DHS. DHS will notify the department when the revocation should be lifted
No No No Yes No HRC 23.003
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
REVOKED - SEX OFFENDER
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure requires that individuals, who are required to register as a sex offender, obtain a driver license or identification card on a yearly basis. The DL/ID must be renewed on an annual basis or it will be revoked
Revocation will stay in effect until the individual renews DL/ID in the driver license office No No No No No
CCP 62.60; 62.201; 62.2021; 62.203; TRC 521.348
Departmental Suspensions - TRC 521 Subchapter N. These statutes govern the administrative actions initiated by the Department
DEPT SUSPENSION - VIOLATE RESTRICTION
Individual receives two or more convictions for Violation of Restriction.
If no hearing is requested, there is an automatic suspension period of 90 days. If a hearing is held and there is an affirmative finding, the license may be suspended for a period up to 1 year
No $100 No Yes Yes
TRC 521.292(a)(6); 521.293
DEPT SUSPENSION PROVISIONAL - LICENSE VIOLATION
Individual is convicted of 2 moving violations within 12 months and holds a provisional license during the time of the offenses
If no hearing is requested, there is an automatic suspension period of 90 days. If a hearing is held and there is an affirmative finding, the license may be suspended for a period up to 1 year
No $100 No Yes Yes
TRC 521.292(a)(8); 521.313; 521.293
DEPT SUSPENSION -HABITUAL VIOLATOR
Individual is considered a habitual violator if they have been convicted of 4 moving violations that arise in separate incidents in a 12 month period or 7 within a 24 month period
If no hearing is requested, there is an automatic suspension period of 90 days. If a hearing is held and there is an affirmative finding, the license may be suspended for a period up to 1 year
No $100 No Yes Yes
TRC 521.292 (a)(3) & (9)(b); 521.313; 521.293
DEPT SUSPENSION - OUT OF STATE CONVICTION
The department receives notice of a conviction and suspension notice from another state
If no hearing is requested, there is an automatic suspension period of 90 days. If a hearing is held and there is an affirmative finding, the license may be suspended for a period up to 1 year
No $100 No Yes Yes
TRC 521.294(a)(5); 521.312(c); 521.313; 521.293
DEPT SUSPENSION - DWLI Individual receives a conviction for a moving violation while driving with a suspended, cancelled, revoked, or denied license, the
If no hearing is requested, there is an automatic suspension period of 90 days. If a hearing is held and
No $100 No Yes Yes TRC 521.292(a)(1); 521.293
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
license will be suspended by the department for driving while license was invalid
there is an affirmative finding, the license may be suspended for a period up to 1 year
DEPT SUSPENSION-DWLD/DWLI
If an individual receives a conviction for DWLD and it is determined that they operated a commercial motor vehicle on a highway while the license or driving privilege was suspended, cancelled, disqualified , revoked or denied.
If no hearing is requested License suspension is one year. If a hearing is held and there is an affirmative finding, the presiding officer may set the period of suspension not to exceed 1 year
No Yes No Yes Yes
TRC 521.292(a)(1), 521.293,
Disqualifications - TRC 522 governs the departments authority to take disqualification action, for individuals who hold a CMV driver license or are driving a CMV at the time of the offense
DISQUALIFIED DWLD - DISQ
Individual operated a commercial vehicle on a highway while their commercial driving privilege was disqualified
Disqualified for the term of original disqualification; or one year based on the suspension period of the underlying enforcement action
No No No No Yes
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(E)
DISQUALIFIED - REFUSED TEST FOR ALCOHOL - IMPLIED CONSENT LAW
Individual refused to provide a specimen or specimens of blood, breath, or urine to determine alcohol concentration or the presence in the individual’s body of a controlled substance or drug while driving a commercial motor vehicle
Disqualified for one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(3)
DISQUALIFIED - PRIOR DISQUALIFICATION IN A CMV
Individual previously disqualified for an offense committed in a CMV
Disqualified for one year or up to a lifetime based on the number of prior disqualifications
No No No No No TRC 522.081(e)
DISQUALIFIED - ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE FOR .08 BAC
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or was operating a motor vehicle, other than a commercial motor vehicle and provided a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or more
Disqualified for one year Before 6/01/2005 individual had to be operating a commercial motor vehicle only
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(4)(B)
DISQUALIFIED - ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE FOR .10 BAC
Individual who holds a commercial driver license and while operating a motor vehicle, other than a commercial motor vehicle, provided a blood alcohol concentration of .10 or more
Disqualified for one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(4)(B)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
DISQUALIFIED -ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE FOR BAC AT (DETAIL FIELD REQUIRED)
Individual who holds of a commercial driver license and while operating a motor vehicle, other than a commercial motor vehicle, provided a blood alcohol concentration that is specified in the report
Disqualified for one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(4)(B)
DISQUALIFIED - SUBSEQUENT CMV CONVICTION
Individual receives two or more convictions for offenses involving alcohol, leaving the scene of an accident or commission of a felony while operating a commercial motor vehicle
Lifetime disqualification
No No No No Yes
TRC 522.081(d)
DISQUALIFIED - 2 SERIOUS TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS
Individual receives two (2) Serious Traffic Violations within a 3-year period
Disqualified for 60 days No No No No Yes TRC 522.081(a)(1)(A)
DISQUALIFIED - 3 SERIOUS TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS
Individual receives three (3) Serious Traffic Violations within a 3-year period
Disqualified for 120 days and runs consecutive with previous disqualification
No No No No Yes TRC 522.081(a)(2)(A)
DISQUALIFIED - DWI - CMV AND/OR CDL
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting hazardous materials was convicted of Driving While Intoxicated or Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Controlled Substance
Disqualified for one year
IF TRANSPORTING HAZ MAT:
3 year disqualification
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A); 522.081(c)(1)(A)
DISQUALIFIED - DUI - CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting hazardous materials was convicted of Driving While Intoxicated or Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Controlled Substance
Disqualified for one year IF TRANSPORTING HAZ MAT: 3 year disqualification No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A); 522.081(c)(1)(A)
DISQUALIFIED - FELONY - CMV AND/OR CDL
Individual convicted of using commercial motor vehicle in the commission of a felony
License Disqualified for one year License Disqualified for LIFE for specific offenses
No No No No No TRC 522.081(b)(2)(C); 522.081(d)(2)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
DISQUALIFIED - CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - CMV AND/OR CDL
Individual holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and convicted of a Controlled Substance
Disqualified for one year
IF TRANSPORTING HAZ MAT:
3 year disqualification
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A); 522.081(c)(1)(A)
DISQUALIFIED OUT OF SERVICE ORDERS - HZMT AND OR PASS
Individual holds a commercial driver license carrying hazardous materials or transporting more than 15 passengers is convicted of an out of service order
Disqualified for a period of not less than 180 days nor more than 2 years if the driver is convicted of a 1st violation Subsequent violations - Disqualified for a period of not less than 3 years nor more than five years based on the number of subsequent convictions that occur during any ten-year period If the court fails to set a period of Disqualification, the Department must Disqualify 90 days on the 1st violation 1 year for the 2nd violation 3 years for the 3rd or subsequent
No No No No No
CFR 391.15(d)(2)(iv)
DISQUALIFIED - DWI CMV AND/OR CDL 0.04 OR >
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting hazardous materials was convicted of having an alcohol concentration of .04 or more
Disqualified for one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A); 522.081(b)(4)(A)
DISQUALIFIED - DWI CMV AND/OR CDL 0.08 OR >
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting hazardous materials was convicted of having an alcohol concentration of .08 or more
License will be Disqualified for one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A); 522.081(b)(4)(B)
DISQUALIFIED - DWI CMV AND/OR CDL 0.10 OR >
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting
Disqualified for one year No No No No No TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A);
522.081(b)(4)(B)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
hazardous materials was convicted of having an alcohol concentration of .10 or more
DISQUALIFIED - DWI CMV AND/OR CDL WITH BAC (DETAIL REQUIRED)
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting hazardous materials was convicted of having an alcohol concentration as specified in a report
Disqualified for one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A); 522.081(b)(4)(B)
DISQUALIFIED - IMMINENT HAZARD
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting hazardous materials was determined to constitute an imminent hazard under 49 C.F.R. Section 383.52
Disqualified for a period not to exceed one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(g)
DISQUALIFIED - DWI CMV AND/OR CDL OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or while operating a commercial vehicle on a highway and/or transporting hazardous materials was convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, including a violation of Section 49.4, 49.045, or 49.07
Disqualified for one year
No No No No No
TRC 522.081(b)(2)(A)
DISQUALIFIED - FSRA PDO ACC CMV AND/OR CDL
Individual who holds a commercial driver license was convicted of leaving the scene of an accident involving a motor vehicle
Disqualified for one year
No No No No No TRC 522.081(b)(2(B)
ALR Suspensions – TRC 524 & 724. These statutes govern the administrative actions initiated by the Department when an individual fails or refuses a breath or blood test at the time of a DWI stop
ALR SUSPENSION- BOATING REFUSAL
Individual refused to provide a specimen of breath or blood following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a watercraft while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol.
180 days suspension first offense; 2 year suspension if an individual’s driving record shows one or more alcohol or drug related enforcement contacts during the 10 years preceding the date of arrest.
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 724.011(a); 724.035
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
ALR SUSPENSION- BOATING FAILURE
Individual provided a specimen of breath or blood with a BAC of 0.08 or greater following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a watercraft while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
90 days suspension first offense; 1 year suspension if an individual’s driving record shows one or more alcohol or drug related enforcement contacts during the 10 years preceding the date of arrest
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 524.011(a)(1); 524.022(a)
ALR SUSPENSION - REFUSAL
Individual refused to provide a specimen of breath or blood following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
180 days suspension first offense; 2 years suspension if an individual’s driving record shows one or more alcohol or drug related enforcement contacts during the 10 years preceding the date of arrest
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 724011(a); 724.035
ALR SUSPENSION - FAILURE
Individual provided a specimen of breath or blood with a BAC of 0.08 or greater following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
90 days suspension first offense; 1 year suspension if an individual’s driving record shows one or more alcohol or drug related enforcement contacts during the 10 years preceding the date of arrest
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 524011(a)(1); 524.022(a)
ALR UNDER 21 SUSPENSION- REFUSAL
Individual <21 refused to provide a specimen of breath or blood following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
180 days suspension first offense; 2 years suspension if an individual’s driving record shows one or more alcohol or drug related enforcement contacts during the 10 years preceding the date of arrest
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 724011(a); 724.035
ALR UNDER 21 SUSPENSION- FAILURE
Individual <21 provided a specimen of breath or blood with a BAC of 0.010 or greater or there was a detectable amount of alcohol following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
60 days suspension first offense; 120 days suspension if previously convicted of an offense under Sections 49.04, 49.07 or 49.08, Penal Code or Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code; 180 days suspension if previously convicted twice or more of an offense under Sections 49.04, 49.07 or 49.08, Penal Code or Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 524.011(a)(2); 524.022(b)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
ALR UNDER 21 SUSPENSION - <.08
Individual <21 provided a specimen of breath or blood with a BAC of 0.010 to .079 following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
60 days suspension first offense; 120 days suspension if previously convicted of an offense under Sections 49.04, 49.07 or 49.08, Penal Code or Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code; 180 days suspension if previously convicted twice or more of an offense under Sections 49.04, 49.07 or 49.08, Penal Code or Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 524.011(a)(2); 524.022(b)
ALR UNDER 21 SUSPENSION - DETECTABLE
Individual <21 with a detectable amount of alcohol following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
60 days suspension first offense; 120 days suspension if previously convicted of an offense under Sections 49.04, 49.07 or 49.08, Penal Code or Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code; 180 days suspension if previously convicted twice or more of an offense under Sections 49.04, 49.07 or 49.08, Penal Code or Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code
No $125 No Yes
Yes
With the State Office of Administrative Hearings
(SOAH)
TRC 524.011(a)(2); 524.022(b)
ALR NON CMV DISQUALIFIED - REFUSAL
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or commercial learner's permit is disqualified from operating a commercial motor vehicle if they refused to provide a specimen of breath or blood following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
1 year disqualification first offense; 3 years disqualification if transporting hazardous materials required to be placarded No No No No
No
TRC 522.081(b)(3)
ALR NON CMV DISQUALIFICATION FAILURE
Individual who holds a commercial driver license or commercial learner's permit is disqualified from operating a commercial motor vehicle if they provided a specimen of blood, breath, or urine with a BAC of 0.08 or
1 year disqualification first offense; 3 years disqualification if transporting hazardous materials required to be placarded
No No No No
No
TRC 522.081(b)(4)(B)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
more following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
ALR CMV DISQUALIFIED - REFUSAL
Individual refused to provide a specimen of breath or blood following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a commercial motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
1 year disqualification first offense; 3 years disqualification if transporting hazardous materials required to be placarded
No No No No
Yes
TRC 522.081(b)(3)
ALR CMV DISQUALIFIED - FAILURE WITH BAC OF AT LEAST 0.04 BUT NOT GREATER THAN 0.079
Individual provided a specimen of blood, breath, or urine with a BAC of 0.04 but not greater than 0.079 following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a commercial motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
1 year disqualification first offense; 3 years disqualification if transporting hazardous materials required to be placarded
No No No No Yes
TRC 522.081(b)(4)(A)
ALR CMV AND/OR CDL DISQUALIFIED 0.10 OR >
Individual provided a specimen of blood, breath, or urine with a BAC of 0.10 or greater following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a commercial motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
1 year disqualification first offense; 3 years disqualification if transporting hazardous materials required to be placarded No No No No Yes
TRC 522.081(b)(4)(B)
ALR CMV AND/OR CDL DISQUALIFIED 0.08 OR >
Individual provided a specimen of blood, breath, or urine with a BAC of 0.08 or greater following an arrest for an offense prohibiting the operation of a commercial motor vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol
1 year disqualification first offense; 3 years disqualification if transporting hazardous materials required to be placarded
No No No No Yes
TRC 522.081(b)(4)(B)
Mandatory Suspensions - These enforcement actions are automatic and the result of convictions reported by the courts
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - RACING
Individual is convicted for racing from a county court or higher court
License suspension for 1 year or until the court notifies the department of completion of community service
Yes $100 No Yes No TRC 521.350; 545.420
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - BOATING WHILE INTOXICATED
Individual is convicted for boating while intoxicated
License suspension – up to 2 years as provided by the court
Yes $100 No Yes No CCP 42A.407(b); PC 49.06
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED
Individual is convicted of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). DWI convictions include boating while intoxicated, flying while intoxicated and assembly or operation of an amusement park ride while intoxicated
License suspension – up to 2 years as provided by the court A person convicted of DWI may be required to attend an Alcohol Education program
Yes $100 No Yes No
A conviction for DWI remains on the driver record indefinitely. TRC Section 521.344(a)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - FAILURE TO STOP AND RENDER AID
Individual is convicted of failure to stop and render aid
First offense: 1 year suspension. Second/Subsequent offense: 18 month suspension
Yes $100 No Yes No TRC 521.341(6); 550.021(c)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - SUBSEQUENT EDUCATION PROGRAM
Individual receives a second Driving while Intoxicated (DWI) conviction with a requirement to complete a DWI education course and no driver license suspension is ordered by the court
License suspension – 1 year. The suspension will begin seven days from the second DWI conviction. date
Yes $100 No Yes No
A conviction for DWI remains on the driver record indefinitely. CCP 42A.407(c);
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - DRIVING WHILE LICENSE INVALID
Individual is convicted for driving while license is cancelled, suspended or revoked
The length of the DWLI suspension is equal to the amount of time for the original cancellation, suspension, revocation, or denial with a maximum two-year suspension.
Yes $100 No Yes No
The suspension for DWLI Mandatory will not be applied to a driver record until DPS is notified of the conviction. TRC 521.457; 521.343 (c)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - FICTITIOUS LP/REG/SAFETY INSPECTION
Individual is convicted of displaying fictitious license plate, registration insignia or safety inspection certificate
Mandatory suspension period of 180 days Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.3465; 504.945; 548.603; 502.475(a)(4)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - MOTOR VEHICLE FUEL THEFT
For a second or subsequent conviction for theft of motor vehicle fuel, the department shall suspend the driver license
Second conviction: 180 day suspension. Subsequent conviction: 1 year suspension
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.349; CCP 42.019(b)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - DRUG OFFENSE
Individual is convicted of a drug offense (regardless of if the offense occurred in a motor vehicle or not)
License suspension - 180 days. If an individual has no license they will be prohibited from obtaining a driver license for 180 days from the date an application for driver license is made An individual must complete an approved 15-hour drug education course (cannot be taken online)
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.372; 521.374
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED UNDER 21
Individual is convicted of driving while intoxicated under the age of 21 at the time of the offense
First offense: 1 year suspension. Second offense: 18 month suspension. If ignition interlock is required suspension is for 90 days. Court may require completion of a 12 hour DWI education program be provided to the department
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.342;
CCP 42A.407(f)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - DANGEROUS DRUG
Individual under 21 years of age is convicted of an offense under Health and Safety Code 483
First offense: 1 year suspension. Second/Subsequent offense: 18 month suspension
Yes $100 No Yes No TRC 521.342(a)(4); 521.343(a)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - INTOXICATION MANSLAUGHTER
Individual is convicted of intoxication and that intoxication causes the death of another This suspension also includes driving while intoxicated, boating while intoxicated and assembly or operation of an amusement park ride while intoxicated
Suspension period of 6 months to 2 years, as ordered by the court
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.344(b); PC 49.08
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - INTOXICATION ASSAULT
Individual is convicted of intoxication that intoxication causes the serious injury of another by accident or mistake This suspension also includes driving while intoxicated, boating while intoxicated and assembly or operation of an amusement park ride while intoxicated
Suspension period of 90 days to 2 years, as ordered by the court
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.344(a); PC 49.07
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - EVADE ARREST/DETENTION
Individual is convicted of evading arrest or detention
First offense: 1 year suspension. Second/Subsequent offense: 18 month suspension.
Yes $100 No Yes No PC 38.04; TRC 521.341(2); 521.343
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL - MINOR
Individual under 21 years old is convicted of consumption of alcohol
First offense: 30 days suspension period and alcohol awareness course (6 hours). Second Offense: 60 days suspension. Subsequent offense: 180 day suspension
No
No
No
Yes
No
ABC 106.04; 106.071(d)(2)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - MINOR IN POSSESSION
Individual under 21 years old is convicted of minor in possession
First offense: 30 days suspension period and alcohol awareness course (6 hours). Second Offense: 60 days suspension. Subsequent offense: 180 day suspension
No No No Yes No
ABC 106.05; 106.071(d)(2)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - MISREPRESENTATION OF AGE - MINOR
Individual under 21 years old is convicted of misrepresentation of age
First offense: 30 days suspension period and alcohol awareness course (6 hours). Second Offense: 60 days suspension. Subsequent offense: 180 day suspension
No No No Yes No
ABC 106.07; 106.071(d)(2)
MANDATORY SUSPENSION - PUBLIC INTOXICATION - MINOR
Individual under 21 years old is convicted of public intoxication
First offense: 30 days suspension period and alcohol awareness course (6 hours). Second Offense: 60 days suspension. Subsequent offense: 180 day suspension
No No No Yes No
PC 49.02; ABC 106.071(d)(2)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
MANDATORY SUSPENSION PURCHASE/FURNISH ALCOHOL TO MINOR
Individual is convicted of purchasing or furnishing alcohol to minor.
180 day suspension Yes $100 No Yes No
ABC 106.06; TRC 521.351
JUVENILE SUSPENSION - TRUANCY
Individual between the ages of 12 -19 years of age who is convicted for an offense of Truant Conduct
License suspension effective until the later of: up to 180 days or until the end of the current school year.
No No No No No CCP Chapter 45; FC 65.104
JUVENILE SUSPENSION CONTEMPT
Individual younger than 17 years of age may have license or learners permits suspended upon order of Justice or Municipal Court for contempt.
License suspension until notification is received from the court indicating that the individual has complied with the orders of the court.
No No No No No
TRC 521.3451, CCP 45.050 (e)
JUVENILE SUSPENSION - SEC. 54.042 (FAMILY CODE)
Individual 10-17 years of age convicted for various offenses (ex: graffiti)
Suspension period of up to 1 year, as ordered by the court
No No No No No FC 54.042
FAILURE TO COMPLETE MINOR EDUCATION COURSE - ABC
Individual fails to complete the required alcohol awareness program as ordered by the court
License or permit will be suspended or denied issuance not to exceed six months Subsequent offenses - punishable for no more than one year and may be ordered to complete an education program or community service
No No No No No
ABC 106.115(d)
FAILURE TO COMPLETE - TOBACCO MINOR EDUCATION COURSE
Individual fails to complete the required tobacco awareness program
License or permit suspended or denied for a period not to exceed 180 days
No No No No No HSC 161.253; 161.254
SUSPENSION - DRUG EDUCATION PROGRAM REQUIRED
Individual convicted of a drug offense, must complete a 15 hour drug education course
Indefinite suspension will remain on record until individual has completed the 15 hour drug education course and submit the Certificate of Completion to the department
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 521.374(b)
SUSPENSION - EDUCATION PROGRAM - UNDER 21
Individual under 21 years of age is convicted of a DWI and is ordered by the court to complete a 12 hour DWI education course. The suspension is placed on the driver record
Indefinite suspension will remain on record until individual has completed the 12 hour DWI education course and submit the
Yes $100 No Yes No TRC 521.342(b)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
the same day as the conviction, and will remain in effect until the department receives the certificate of completion for the course
Certificate of Completion to the department
SR Suspensions – TRC 601 Governs laws surrounding the requirement to maintain liability insurance. Failure to maintain insurance will result in the suspension of driving privileges
SR SUSPENSION - NO LIABILITY INSURANCE
Individual received two or more convictions for driving without liability insurance
Indefinite suspension until individual submits and maintains proof of Financial Responsibility Insurance Certificate (SR-22) for 2 years from date of conviction. An individual is given an opportunity to comply before the license is suspended
Yes $100 if suspended No Yes No
A conviction for No Liability Insurance remains on the driver record indefinitely TRC 601.231 (a)
SR SUSPENSION - ACCIDENT
For an accident to fall under the scope of the Safety Responsibility Act the accident must have occurred on a public street or highway and result in bodily injury or death or in damage to the property of one person of at least $1,000.
Uninsured driver who is involved in a traffic accident may be subject to suspension action if it is determined that there is a reasonable probability judgment may be rendered against them.
Indefinite suspension and vehicle registration until compliance is received
No
Unless filing a security deposit
which will require a SR22 and a SR22A
$100 No Yes Yes
TRC 601, Subchapter F
SR SUSPENSION - MANDATORY CONVICTION
Convictions for the offenses listed under TRC Subchapter O (DWI, Drug, DWLI, including involuntary manslaughter and failed to stop and render aid, evade arrest, accident causing bodily injury) require a mandatory suspension
Mandatory suspensions require an individual to maintain an SR22 (proof of liability insurance) for 2 years from date of conviction Yes Yes No Yes No
TRC 521.341601.338; 601.339
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
SR SUSPENSION - LIABILITY JUDGMENT
Civil judgment filed against the driver and/or owner of a vehicle involved in an accident
A judgment suspension it is indefinite and may only be lifted if we receive one of the following: 1. Court Approved Installment
agreement 2. Notarized Release (SR-11) 3. Proof of Insurance (SR-13C) 4. Affidavit of Dormant Judgment
(SR-88) 5. Judgment Creditor’s Consent
Form (SR-84) 6. Bankruptcy (Chapter 11 is not
eligible compliance)
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC 601.332; 601.331
SR SUSPENSION - DEFAULTED INSTALLMENT AGREEMENT ACCIDENT
As a result of a crash or judgement, an individual can enter into an installment agreement to avoid suspension
If an installment agreement is terminated the driver license and vehicle registration or nonresident's operating privilege will be indefinitely suspended until compliance is received
Yes $100 No Yes No TRC 601.162(a)(3)(C) (b)
SR SUSPENSION - OUT OF STATE ACCIDENT
Individual is involved in an out of state accident. That state will send the department a reciprocity request along with a certified copy of the suspension order or a certified copy of the judgment
Indefinite suspension if Texas statute would require suspension if the accident occurred in Texas driver
Yes $100 No Yes No
TRC Section 601.009(b)
SR SUSPENSION - OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE
Individual must maintain a certificate of financial responsibility (SR22) while an occupational license is in effect
The occupational license will be suspended if the Department receives notification of cancellation of the SR22 in form of an SR26.
Yes $100 No No No
TRC 521.244(c)(2)
SR SUSPENSION - CANCELLED INSURANCE
Individual is required to maintain proof of liability insurance (form SR22) with the department and the department receives notification of that liability insurance has been cancelled (Form SR26)
The license will be suspended until the department receives proof of liability insurance (form SR22) driver
Yes $100 No No No
TRC 601.057; 601.341
SR SUSPENSION OUT OF STATE JUDGMENT
Individual is involved in an accident out of state. That state will send the department a
Indefinite suspension of the Texas driver license until compliance is received from the other state
Yes $100 No Yes No TRC 601.009
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
reciprocity request along with a certified copy of the judgment
Deny/Denied – TRC 521; 706; 601 and CCP 45.050 govern the department’s authority to deny the issuance or renewal of a driver license.
DENY ISSUANCE OF DRIVER LICENSE
Individual is convicted of a drug offense and has an ID or an unlicensed record
The individual will be denied issuance of a driver license for 180 days from first date of contact with the department Will be required to take and complete a 15 hour drug education program
Yes Yes No No No
TRC 521.372
DENY ISSUANCE OF DL - CONTEMPT
Individual 14-17 years at the time an offense was committed defaulted in payment of a fine to a municipal or justice court.
The individual will be denied issuance of a driver license until compliance is received
No No No No No TRC 521.3451(a);
CCP 45.050(c)(2)(B)
DENY ISSUANCE OF DL - LIABILITY JUDGMENT
Judgment is rendered against an individual who holds an ID or has an unlicensed record
The individual will be denied issuance of a driver license until compliance is received
Yes Yes No No No TRC 601.331, 601.332
DENIED RENEWAL - FAILURE TO APPEAR
Individual fails to appear in court or has unpaid court fines,
Driver license renewal will be denied until the department receives notification that outstanding fines have been resolved with the court
No No No Yes No
TRC 706.004
Cancelled – TRC 521.314 governs the authority for the department to take cancellation action. This applies when an individual is not entitled to the license, failed to give required information or pay the required fee for the license
CANCELLED - AUTHORIZATION WITHDRAWN
Parent or guardian withdraws authorization for their minor to drive
License/permit will be cancelled upon receipt of authorization of withdrawal
No No No No No TRC 521.304
CANCELLED - INCOMPLETE DRIVER EDUCATION
Individual failed to complete the driver education course
License will be cancelled until the department receives of completion of a driver education class
No No No No No TRC 521.222
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
CANCELLED - SUSPENDED FORMER STATE
Individual is suspended, revoked or cancelled in another state
License will be cancelled until compliance is received from the other state
No No No No No TRC 521.201(4)
OCCUPATIO LICENSE SUSPENDED
A court may order the department to cancel the occupational license.
The occupational license is cancelled until a new order is submitted
No No No No No TRC 521.252
CANCELLED - OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE
A court orders the department to cancel the occupational license.
Occupational license is cancelled No No No No No
TRC 521.252
CANCELLED - CDL ONLY Individual no longer meets CDL eligibility through MAB, or they are required to recertify and fail to comply
Individual must downgrade to a non-CDL license
No No No No No TRC 522.092; 521.093
CANCELLED - LIMITED TERM STATUS EXPIRED
A non-US citizen’s lawful presence has expired and has not updated their current status with the department
The driver license is cancelled No No No No No
TRC 521.142(a)
CANCELLED - FALSIFICATION
Individual knowingly swears to or affirms falsely before a person authorized to take statements under oath on an application for a driver license
The individual will be notified to appear at a driver license office for an interview. Failure to comply results in cancelation of the license.
No No No No No TRC 521.454(a)
CANCELLED - INTERLOCK REQUIRED
Individual is required to obtain an ignition interlock
If the individual fails to submit a release from the court or submit $10 for the issuance of a restricted license the license is cancelled
No No Yes No No TRC 521.246; 521.2465
Out of State Enforcement Actions (OOS EAs)– TRC 523.004; 523.005 These are enforcement actions that may be active in the reporting state and sent to Texas for inclusion in the driver history. While these OOS EAs do
not affect the Texas driving eligibility status, there are corresponding convictions that, if reported, will create a Texas EA for the OOS conviction.
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL WITH BAC OF AT LEAST .04 BUT NOT GREATER THAN .079
The department receives withdrawal from another state for an individual operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of at least .04 but not greater than .079
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL WITH BAC AT OR OVER .08
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for an individual operating a motor vehicle with a BAC at or over .08
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL WITH BAC AT OR OVER ___ (DETAIL FIELD REQUIRED)
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for an individual operating a motor vehicle with a BAC at an amount specified in a report
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
REFUSED TO SUBMIT TO TEST FOR ALCOHOL - IMPLIED CONSENT LAW
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for refusing to submit to a blood or breath test.
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for driving under the influence of alcohol
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for driving under the influence of drugs
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF DRUGS (CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES)
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for possession of controlled substances
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
DRIVER VIOLATION OF IGNITION INTERLOCK OR IMMOBILIZATION DEVICE
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for violation of an ignition interlock order
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
DRIVING WHILE LICENSE WITHDRAWN
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for driving while license withdrawn
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
DRIVING WHILE LICENSE DISQUALIFIED
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for driving while license disqualified
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
DRIVING WHILE LICENSE REVOKED
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for driving while license revoked
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(b)
DRIVING WHILE LICENSE SUSPENDED
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for driving while license suspended
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
VIOLATING A DRIVER OR VEHICLE OUT-OF-SERVICE ORDER
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for operating a commercial vehicle while it was placed out of service
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
EXPIRED OR NO NON-COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE OR PERMIT
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for an expired or no non-commercial driver license or permit
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
REVOKED - CHILD ACCESS/CUSTODY
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for non-payment of child support
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILED TO FILE ACCIDENT REPORT
The department receives a conviction from another state for failing to file an accident report
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(4)
FAILED TO FILE FUTURE PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for failing to file proof if financial responsibility
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILED TO FILE INSURANCE CERTIFICATION
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for no insurance certification
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILED TO FILE MEDICAL CERTIFICATION/DISABILITY INFORMATION
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for no medical certification
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILED TO SHOW INSURANCE CERTIFICATION
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for failing to provide insurance
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
IMPROPER CLASSIFICATION OR ENDORSEMENT ON
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for improper class of dl
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(b)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
DRIVER LICENSE (INCLUDES DL, CDL, AND INSTRUCTION PERMIT) MISREPRESENTATION OF IDENTITY OR OTHER FACTS ON APPLICATION INCLUDING REQUIRED SELF-CERTIFICATIONS, FOR NON-COMMERCIAL PERMIT OR LICENSE
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for misrepresentation of identity
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
VIOLATE LIMITED LICENSE CONDITIONS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for violating license restrictions
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(b)
DENIED RENEWAL OUT-OF-STATE FTA
I individual receives a citation out of state and fails to comply
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
DENIED RENEWAL OUT-OF-STATE FTP
Individual receives a citation out of state and fails to comply
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
DENIED RENEWAL OUT-OF STATE FTC
Individual receives a citation out of state and fails to comply
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for not obtaining insurance
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED LIABILITY INSURANCE
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for not maintaining insurance
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO POST SECURITY OR OBTAIN RELEASE FROM LIABILITY
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for not complying with a liability judgment
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
UNSATISFIED JUDGMENT The department receives a withdrawal from another state for not complying with a liability judgment
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
FAILURE TO APPEAR FOR TRIAL OR COURT APPEARANCE
Individual receives a citation out of state and fails to comply
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO MAKE REQUIRED PAYMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT
Per OGC Texas has no authority to suspend for out of state child support
Out of State enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO MAKE REQUIRED PAYMENT OF FINE AND COSTS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for not paying a fine
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO ANSWER A CITATION, PAY FINES, PENALTIES AND/OR COSTS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for not responding to a citation
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
SEAT BELT NOT USED PROPERLY AS REQUIRED
The department receives a conviction from another state for not wearing a seatbelt properly
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(b)
RECKLESS DRIVING The department receives a conviction from another state for reckless driving
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(a)(3)
FAILURE TO YIELD RIGHT OF WAY (FTY ROW)
The department receives a conviction from another state for Failure to yield the ROW
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(b)
SPEEDING - SPEED LIMIT AND ACTUAL SPEED (DETAIL REQUIRED)
The department receives a conviction from another state for Speeding
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
SPEEDING The department receives a conviction from another state for Speeding
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(b)
ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE FOR .10 BAC
An individual provided a specimen of blood or breath with a BAC of 0.10 while operating a motor vehicle in another state
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE FOR BAC AT (DETAIL FIELD REQUIRED)
An individual provided a specimen of blood or breath with a BAC of (detail required) while operating a motor vehicle in another state
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE FOR BAC OF AT LEAST .04 BUT NOT GREATER THAN 0.079
An individual provided a specimen of blood or breath with a BAC of 0.04 but not greater than 0.079 while operating a motor vehicle in another state
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE FOR .08 BAC
An individual provided a specimen of blood or breath with a BAC of 0.08 while operating a motor vehicle in another state
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(2)
USING A MOTOR VEHICLE IN CONNECTION WITH A FELONY (NOT TRAFFIC OFFENSE)
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for using a motor vehicle in connection with a felony
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(a)(3)
WITHDRAWAL, NON-ACD VIOLATION (A WITHDRAWAL ISSUED BY THE STATE OF RECORD FOR A SINGLE CONVICTION WHICH IS NEITHER TRAFFIC SAFETY RELATED OR FEDERALLY MANDATED)
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for a single conviction which is neither traffic safety or federally mandated
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
ACCUMULATION OF CONVICTIONS (INCLUDING POINT SYSTEMS AND/OR BEING JUDGED A HABITUAL OFFENDER OR VIOLATOR)
The department receives a conviction from another state for an accumulation of convictions
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO SURRENDER HAZMAT ENDORSEMENT AS REQUIRED BY THE PATRIOT ACT
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for failure to surrender hazmat endorsement
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
PARENTAL CONSENT WITHDRAWN
A parent or guardian may withdraw their authorization for a minor to be issued a driver license or permit
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY
The department receives a withdrawal from another state that a court or hospital has
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record. No No No No No TRC 523.004;
523.005(b)
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Enforcement Action Criteria Penalty
Insurance Certificate Required
(SR-22)
Reinstatement Fee Required
(Must be paid prior to issuance or renewal
of a license.)
Ignition Interlock Required
(TRC 521 Subchapter L &
CCP Art.17.441 and Chapter 42A )
Occupational License Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter L)
Administrative Hearing Option
(TRC 521 Subchapter N TRC 524 & 724)
Statutory Reference/
Notes
determined that a driver is mentally or physically incapacitated
PHYSICIAN’S OR SPECIALIST’S REPORT RECOMMENDED
The department receives a withdrawal from another state that a driver must submit current medical information to MAB for evaluation.
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
UNABLE TO PASS DL TEST(S) OR MEET QUALIFICATIONS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state that a driver is unable to pass DL test(s) or meet qualifications
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
TWO SERIOUS VIOLATIONS WITHIN THREE YEARS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for two serious violations within three years
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
THE ACCUMULATION OF TWO OR MORE MAJOR OFFENSES
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for the accumulation of two or more major offenses
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)
FAILURE TO SURRENDER LICENSE OR PERMIT OR OTHERWISE COMPLY WITH JURISDICTION REQUIREMENTS
The department receives a withdrawal from another state for failure to surrender license or permit, or otherwise comply
Out of State Enforcement action placed on driver record
No No No No No
TRC 523.004; 523.005(b)