DRIVER LICENSE BRANCH – 904 301 BLVD W, BRADENTON
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A court has ruled to suspend or revoke your driver license because you were convicted of possession, sale, trafficking in, or conspiracy to possess, sell or traffic controlled substances. The length of suspension or revocation depends on your age and the number of prior offenses. Listed below are standard revocation and suspension periods; however, the court can rule to revoke your license for longer or even indefinitely.
18 Years old or Older |
s. 322.055, F.S |
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Any offense prior to 7/01/14 | 2 year revocation | ||
Any offense on or after 7/01/14, convicted prior to 10/01/19 | 1 year revocation | ||
Any conviction on or after 10/01/19 | 6 month revocation |
Under 18 Years of Age | s. 322.056, F.S |
1st Offense (prior to 7/01/14) | 6 month revocation |
Subsequent Offense (prior to 7/01/14) | 2 year revocation |
Subsequent Offense (on or after 7/01/14, convicted prior to 10/01/19) | 1 year revocation |
Any offense for convictions on or after 10/01/19 | 6 month revocation |
Note: When a court directs the Division of Driver Licenses to suspend or revoke for Chapter 893 and your license is already suspended or revoked for any reason, the time period will automatically extend the longest running suspension or revocation on your driving record.
You will have three options when this type of suspension or revocation is on your record:
Option 1: WAIT OUT THE SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION PERIOD
Once the expiration date has passed, you can reinstate one of two ways:
Online! Many suspensions/revocations can be reinstated online - or scan the QR code to access the site. Remitting payment and reinstating online will save you a trip to our office.
In person. Appointments are required - schedule an appointment at taxcollector.com. This transaction can only be done at the Driver License Branch located at 904 301 Blvd. W in Bradenton.
An Online Application is REQUIRED for all transactions! To complete your driver license or ID card transaction at one of our branches, you must complete the Online Driver License & ID Card Application (https://taxcollector.jotform.com/210103795736152) – or scan the QR code to access the application – prior to your appointment. Do not print the application; an associate will access your electronic submission during your appointment. Applications are valid for 90 days.
Option 2: APPLY FOR FULL REINSTATEMENT BEFORE TIME PERIOD IS UP
To be eligible for full reinstatement prior to the expiration date of the suspension or revocation, all of the following must be completed:
- You must serve at least 6 months of the revocation/suspension period and your driver license must be otherwise eligible.
- You must complete a drug treatment and rehabilitation program sponsored by the Department of Children and Families. (You can find a list of providers by visiting myflfamilies.com/service-programs/samh/.) And, you must present the original Certificate of Completion that will be scanned and subject to verification to ensure that it was issued by an approved DCF provider. (It will also be faxed to the Bureau of Motorist Compliance in Tallahassee for further verification and to adjust any dates, if needed.)
- An Online Application is REQUIRED for all transactions! To complete your driver license or ID card transaction at one of our branches, you must complete the Online Driver License & ID Card Application (https://taxcollector.jotform.com/210103795736152) – or scan the QR code to access the application – prior to your appointment. Do not print the application; an associate will access your electronic submission during your appointment. Applications are valid for 90 days.
Note: If you are revoked for Felony-Possession of Controlled Substance, you are not eligible to receive a hardship license or apply for full reinstatement during the term of your revocation. Refer to Option 1 for clearance.
Option 3: APPLY TO BAR FOR EARLY REINSTATEMENT
If you do not want to wait out the suspension/revocation period, you can contact the Bureau of Administrative Review (BAR) to find out if you are eligible for a hardship license and request a hearing. (Note: You must serve at least 6 months of the revocation/suspension period.) Our office cannot advise you whether or not you are eligible for a hardship license. If BAR approves issuance of a hardship license, you have three options for obtaining the physical license:
Option 1: If BAR approves your application for a hardship license, they will issue a license with the proper hardship restriction and it will be mailed to you from Tallahassee.
Option 2: In the rare case that BAR does not issue the license, you may be able to reinstate and request a new license online! If BAR has indicated on your record that you have been approved and the proper restriction to be placed on your license, you can reinstate and request your new license online - or scan the QR code to access the site. Remitting payment and reinstating online will save you a trip to our office.
Option 3: In the rare case that BAR does not issue the license, you can visit our office for issuance. Upon verification of the hardship authorization, our office will issue a replacement license with the appropriate restriction, provided you submit the following:
- Documents that establish your identity pursuant to the Real ID Act (e.g. US birth certificate, US passport, proof of name change(s), USCIS (INS) documents, Social Security Card and 2 proofs of residential address) unless you are already Real ID compliant and no changes are needed. For a complete list of acceptable identity documents, visit flhsmv.gov/whattobring.
- An Online Application is REQUIRED for all transactions! To complete your driver license or ID card transaction at one of our branches, you must complete the Online Driver License & ID Card Application (https://taxcollector.jotform.com/210103795736152) – or scan the QR code to access the application – prior to your appointment. Do not print the application; an associate will access your electronic submission during your appointment. Applications are valid for 90 days.
ACCEPTABLE METHODS OF PAYMENT AND ESTIMATED FEES
Estimate* of fees for your transaction:
Service Fee.............................................$6.25
Suspension Reinstatement Fee..............................$45.00
Revocation Reinstatement Fee...............................$75.00
Driver License (replacement).............................................$25.00
Driver License (renewal).......................................................$48.00
Commercial Driver License** (renewal)..........................$75.00
Late Fee......................................................................................$15.00
Endorsement Fee....................................................................$7.00 (each)
*Other related reinstatement or issuance fees may apply.
**Clearance option 3 does not apply to Commercial Driver License holders.
Note: Fees listed above only apply to reinstatements processed at the Driver License Branch; they do not apply to any fees owed to BAR. Online fees may differ slightly.
INVALID LICENSE INFORMATION
Is your license currently suspended, revoked and/or cancelled? If your driver license is suspended, revoked and/or cancelled, driving any type of vehicle may result in:
- ARREST by law enforcement
- TOWING of your vehicle
We urge you to respect the law and make arrangements other than driving a vehicle to avoid the unfortunate events above. A free public phone and computer are provided in the lobby to call for a ride from our office or to access the Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) website.
Note: A minor child operating a motor vehicle with a learner license must be accompanied by another adult with a valid license (non-suspended).
How can you get your license back once it's reinstated? If your license was retained by one of our branches due to a suspension, revocation and/or cancellation, you may be able to have it returned for no additional fee once it has been reinstated. Licenses retained by our office are only kept for a short period of time before they are destroyed.
If you are interested in getting your license back, you must do the following within 1-2 days after your license was retained.
- Return to the branch that retained your license.
- Print the screen from https://mydmvportal.flhsmv.gov/home/en/publicweb/dlcheck that shows your license is “VALID” that day.
- Provide the screen print to the receptionist.
If your license has been destroyed or you opt to purchase a replacement license at the time you reinstate your driving privilege, you would be subject to the $31.25 replacement fee.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Check the status of your license at mydmvportal.flhsmv.gov/home/en/publicweb/dlcheck!
You can sign up for electronic notifications when citations and/or sanctions are added to your record online - or scan the QR code to access the site.