What is an Occupational Driver’s License (ODL)?

An occupational driver’s license is a restricted license that lets you drive at certain times, on specific days, under certain conditions, when you have an “essential need to drive.” Examples of essential needs are driving to do your job, to get to and from work or school, or to accomplish essential household duties.

Not everyone qualifies for an ODL. Individual cases are different, but generally, the following types of individuals cannot apply for a ODL:

• You lost your driving privileges because of a mental or physical disability,

• You lost your driving privileges for failure to pay child support,

• You need it to drive a commercial motor vehicle,

• The Judge thinks you do not have an essential need,

• The Judge is worried about public safety,

• You have received two ODLs in the past 10 years after a conviction, or

• You have a “hard suspension” waiting period due to a prior DWI arrest or conviction.

Call Ashjari Law today if you are in need of a Occupational Driver’s License.