Follow these steps to reinstate your driver’s license with the Colorado DMV.
Once your license suspension ends, you can apply for license reinstatement online at mydmv.colorado.gov.
You will be asked to provide:
Depending on your case, you may need to upload supporting documentation. A common example in DUI cases is proof of SR22 insurance.
You will be prompted to pay the Colorado driver’s license reinstatement fee, which is currently $95. You can use a credit or debit card.
If your reinstatement application is approved, make an appointment with a local Division of Motor Vehicles office to pick up your new license. 1
Yes. Mail a completed DR 2870 Application for Reinstatement and a $95 check or money order (payable to the Colorado Department of Revenue) to:
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
DRIVER CONTROL REINSTATEMENT
P.O. BOX 173345
DENVER, CO 80217-3345
Depending on your case, you may also need to include supporting documentation such as SR22 insurance.
It takes about 20 days for your application to process, after which you will receive a clearance letter. At that point, make an appointment with a local Division of Motor Vehicles office to pick up your new license. 2
Yes, but you have to make an appointment with a local Division of Motor Vehicles office. Call Customer Service ahead of time at (303) 205-5613 to check which documents you need to bring with you. 3
Colorado sentence for
Subsequent offense within five years:
Class A traffic infraction
Subsequent offense within five years:
A first-time driver’s license suspension for driving under the influence is typically nine months. Though you may be able to resume driving immediately with an “ignition interlock restricted license.”
An ignition interlock device (IID) is a breathalyzer that disables your car if it detects alcohol on your breath. If you drive in full compliance with the IID for four months, you can apply for early removal of it and regain unrestricted driving privileges. 5
Find helpful information from the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles website:
You can reinstate your Colorado driver’s license in person, but make an appointment beforehand.
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