Vehicle Code Sections: Common Violations
Summary: DUI/DWI Probation violation, Failure to Appear (FTA), Suspended License violation and other common problems explained
This information is provided by Texas Department of Public Safety
A conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI). The license suspension period varies by court order not to exceed two years. A conviction for driving while intoxicated under the age of 21 will result in an automatic suspension for one year. Texas Transportation Code 521.344.
A conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI). The license suspension period varies by court order not to exceed two years. A conviction for driving while intoxicated under the age of 21 will result in an automatic suspension for one year. Texas Transportation Code 521.344.
NOTE: It is possible to receive a suspension for a DWI conviction AND a suspension for a blood/breath test refusal/failure arising from the same arrest.
Reinstatement requirements
- A reinstatement fee will be required prior to the renewal/issuance of a driver license.
- Obtain proof of insurance (form SR-22) from your insurance company and submit to the Texas Dept. of Public Safety (DPS). The SR-22 is required for two years from date of conviction.
- If a Repeat Offender's DWI education program has been required by the convicting court, certificate of completion must be forwarded to DPS prior to the expiration of the suspension to prevent an additional revocation period
Reinstatement requirements
- A reinstatement fee will be required prior to the renewal/issuance of a driver license.
- A person who has been convicted for the offense of "Driving While License Suspended" is required to file proof of insurance (form SR-22). Obtain proof of insurance (form SR-22) from your insurance company and submit to the Texas Dept. of Public Safety (DPS). The SR-22 is required for two years from date of conviction.
