License Revoked for Out-of-State DWI? We can help
Your North Carolina driving privilege may become suspended following the conviction of an out of state charge, including Driving While Impaired. There is an interstate compact that allows communication between DMV offices in North Carolina and DMV offices in other states. Unfortunately, sometimes the communication is a bit delayed which may cause you to later lose your NC license months after your conviction in another state.
The good news, if you would have been eligible for a limited driving privilege for a NC DWI conviction, you will be eligible for a special Out-of-State DWI Limited Driving Privilege.
Requirements for an Out-of-State DWI Limited Driving Privilege:
The applicant’s North Carolina drivers license is revoked because of a conviction in another jurisdiction on a charge substantially similar to impaired driving under G.S. 20-138.1;
The applicant would be eligible for a limited driving privilege if the conviction had occurred in North Carolina and, if applicable, the period of noncooperation has expired;
The records of the Division of Motor Vehicles and the Clerk of Superior Court in this county have been searched, and there are no other revocations in effect at this time; and
The court has been furnished with a DL-123 form to prove financial responsibility.
An applicant for a limited driving privilege must provide proof that they obtained a substance abuse assessment and have enrolled in treatment, copy of their driving record and a letter from their employer if they need hours outside of the “standard” hours allowed (6am-8pm, Monday-Friday)
DMV Attorney Kristi Haddock handles limited driving privileges in Wake County, North Carolina and in surrounding counties on a case-by-case basis. If you were convicted of a DWI in another state, but your home residence is in or near Wake County, NC call Attorney Kristi Haddock for a free consultation at 919-335-5656.