Mandatory Suspensions and Revocations
License suspended or revoked in Illinois? Harter & Schottland help drivers secure restricted permits and reinstatements after DUI, reckless driving, accidents, or other violations.
The Illinois Secretary of State maintains a detailed list of violations that require the mandatory suspension or revocation of a driver’s license. If you commit one of these offenses, your license will be automatically suspended or revoked by law.
While this can feel overwhelming, it’s important to know that suspension and revocation are not the end of the road. At Harter & Schottland, we help clients navigate the reinstatement process, obtain restricted driving permits, and ultimately get their full driving privileges back.
Reinstatement and Restricted Driving Permits
After a revocation is entered, the Secretary of State sets a reinstatement eligibility date. Once that date arrives, we can represent you in a formal reinstatement hearing to restore your license.
Even before your eligibility date, you may qualify for a restricted driving permit (RDP) that allows limited driving privileges for work, school, or family needs. Suspended drivers may also be eligible.
With decades of combined experience, we’ve helped hundreds of clients secure RDPs and successfully regain their licenses.
Common Reasons for Mandatory Suspension or Revocation
Illinois law requires suspension or revocation for a wide range of violations, including but not limited to:
- Reckless homicide involving a motor vehicle
- DUI convictions (alcohol or drugs)
- Felonies committed with a motor vehicle
- Leaving the scene of an accident involving injury or death
- Drag racing or street racing
- Three reckless driving convictions within 12 months
- Operating for hire or rental vehicles without insurance
- Aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude police
- Unlawful operation of a commercial motor vehicle
- Criminal damage to or tampering with a motor vehicle
- Convictions for controlled substance possession while driving
- Juvenile adjudications for stolen vehicles, gang activity, or tampering with VINs
- Out-of-state revocations or suspensions
Each case is unique, and the specific penalties and reinstatement process depend on the circumstances of your offense.
Why Choose Harter & Schottland?
- Proven results helping drivers get back on the road legally
- Experience with both formal hearings and RDP applications
- Detailed case evaluations to determine eligibility and the best strategy
- Aggressive advocacy to protect your rights at every step
We know how critical driving is to everyday life—and we fight to restore your ability to drive legally and safely.
Free Case Evaluation
If your license has been suspended or revoked, don’t wait. Contact Harter & Schottland today for a free evaluation. We’ll review your case, explain your options, and help you take the first step toward getting your license back.
With offices in Round Lake Beach, Waukegan, and Woodstock, we represent clients throughout Northern Illinois.
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