Limited Permits

When a license gets suspended, drivers may qualify for a limited driving permit.  The limited permits are available during the suspension period. Permits will restrict where and why you can drive.  Such as: 

• Driving to your place of employment to perform the normal duties of your occupation.
• Receiving scheduled medical attention or get prescribed drugs.
• Attending classes at a college or school that you are enrolled as a student.
• Attending support organizations for the treatment of alcohol or other drugs.
• Attending a driver education program or alcohol/drug assessment and treatment program.
• Attend court, report to community supervision or probation, or perform community service. 
• Transport unlicensed immediate family members to work, school, medical care, or get prescriptions.
• Attend by an accountability court judge. 

DDS may also specify:

• The places you can travel to
• Specific routes of travel
• Times of travel
• State vehicles or other restrictions deemed necessary

Limited driving permits are not valid for driving a commercial vehicle and may be revoked by DDS.  Your permit may be revoked as a result of:

• Violating any state law or local ordinance relating to the movement of vehicles
• Violate any of the conditions or restrictions of your permit
• Another imposed suspension

View Fees and Terms for limited permit fees and terms.