Clearing Your Record
Harter & Schottland help reopen old cases, clear suspensions, and restore driving privileges—often faster and cheaper than Secretary of State hearings.
In Illinois, the Secretary of State—not the courts—controls your driving privileges. While the court cannot suspend or reinstate your license directly, anything that happens in court is reported to the Secretary of State, and those records often determine whether your license is suspended, revoked, or cancelled.
At Harter & Schottland, we help clients get their licenses back by identifying and addressing the root cause of the suspension or revocation.
Reopening Old Cases to Restore Driving Privileges
One of the first steps we take is to review the case or conviction that led to the loss of your license. In many situations, the suspension or revocation stems from a case that was not resolved properly. If that’s the case, we may be able to reopen the old case and change the outcome.
- A new result in an old case can often clear the suspension or revocation.
- This process is usually faster than going through a full reinstatement hearing with the Secretary of State.
- It is often less expensive, since in many cases clients do not even have to pay reinstatement fees once the underlying cause is removed.
Why This Approach Works
By correcting the original issue, we essentially remove the legal basis for the suspension or revocation. This not only saves time and money but also allows our clients to get back on the road legally without the delays of a formal Secretary of State hearing.
The Harter & Schottland Advantage
- Extensive Experience: We’ve helped hundreds of clients successfully reinstate their driving privileges.
- Personalized Strategy: Every case is unique, and we tailor our approach to fit your situation.
- Efficient Solutions: Whenever possible, we pursue faster, less costly options to restore your license.
Take the First Step Today
Losing your license can disrupt your entire life—your job, family, and independence. Don’t wait. Talk to an experienced attorney at Harter & Schottland today. The consultation is free, and it’s the first step toward getting your driver’s license back.
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