The police or California Highway Patrol officer seized my driver license at the time of my arrest for driving under the influence. How do I get my license back?
A California driver’s license will be returned at the end of the suspension or revocation provided the licensee pays a $125 reissue fee to the DMV and files proof of financial responsibility. Additionally, a person arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) will have their driver license returned prior to the end of any suspension if the licensee is eligible and applies for a restricted driver’s license prior to the completion of the suspension. In order to obtain a restricted driver’s license, the licensee must enroll in an appropriate and approved driving under the influence (DUI) school, pay a $125 reissue fee to the DMV and file proof of financial responsibility. Most drivers pay their insurance company to provide the required proof of financial responsibility to the Department of Motor Vehicles. If the driver’s insurance company continues to insure the licensee, an increase of premium and fee for filing the SR-22 form with the DMV can be anticipated. The reissue fee is $100 if
