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An Occupational Driver’s License

An Occupational Driver’s License, or ODL, is a special, restricted license to drive a car. These licenses are typically issued to people who have had their regular Texas driver’s license suspended for various reasons. One of the most common reasons for having a license suspended is that the driver was caught drinking and driving.

The Occupational Driver’s License authorizes the carrier to operate a non-commercial vehicle. This person can operate the vehicle for their job, a medical reason, educational purposes, or essential household duties. Beyond this, a person is not likely to get an occupational driver’s license and should not be driving if they have the license already.

The majority of people who have had their license revoked due to driving while intoxicated (DWI) are eligible. There is no way to guess whether a person will be given an ODL, but, as a rule of thumb, an individual with no criminal record and a good Texas driving record is likely to be given an occupational license.

People who have been given an ODL can almost always be given one that allows them transit between their home and office. If the job requires driving, the person can typically be authorized to drive for work as well.

For individuals who drive commercial vehicles normally, there is no way of getting a commercial occupational driver’s license. Anyone who has had their license suspended is not allowed to drive a commercial vehicle while their license is suspended.

If you have had your license suspended due to charges of DWI, please contact the Austin DWI defense lawyer Ian Inglis at 512-472-1950 to discuss your case and to determine the best way of defending your case.