Modified Driver License
In some instances, when driving privileges are withdrawn as a result of a driver license revocation or suspension, one can obtain a Modified Driver License (Modification).
A Modified Driver License is issued during the mandatory period of revocation or suspension to allow restricted driving privileges under specific terms and circumstances when it is determined that the person who has been denied driving privileges has no other adequate means of transportation.
Eligibility
Modifications may be permitted for drivers with the following violations, but are not guaranteed (exceptions apply):
Point suspensions
Point suspensions arising from the driver’s accumulation of moving traffic violation convictions
Attempting to elude
Attempting to elude an officer (first-time)
If any of the items listed below occurred during the events giving rise to the withdrawl of driving priviledges, you will be ineligible for a modified driver license:
- Fatality
- Major injury accident (serious bodily injury to licensee or others)
- Hit and run (leaving the scene of an accident)
- Hitting a pedestrian (collision with injury)
- Driver had circumvented an existing ignition interlock device
- Driver has had a modification for point suspension in the last 5 years
- Resisting arrest
- Assault and battery on any law enforcement officer
- Child in the vehicle (endangerment of a minor)
- Driver was in violation of an existing modification at the time
Modification will only authorize the driving of Class D motor vehicles, not those in Class A, B, or C.
For all cases, Service Oklahoma assures all modifications will be consistent with public safety standards by looking at the driving record of the person requesting the modification. If the person’s driving record presents a concern for public safety, Service Oklahoma may additionally limit the driving times, driving locations, or purposes for which driving is authorized under the modification, and may place additional restrictions on the authorized driving.
Implied Consent Revocations, DUI, or APC Convictions
How to Apply
To apply for a modification relating to Implied Consent Revocations or a DUI or APC conviction, you will need to:
Fill out a Modified Driver License Request
Fill out a Modified Driver License Request and email a completed version of the form to IDAP@dps.ok.gov
Wait to receive a response
Wait to receive a response from a hearing officer with your request approval or denial.
Install Ignition Interlock Device (IID)
Upon approval, install anv Ignition Interlock Device approved by the Board of Tests for Alcohol and Drug Influence on every vehicle operated by the applicant.
Note
The ignition interlock device is also a requirement on employer vehicles driven by the applicant.
Schedule an appointment
Schedule an appointment with a Driver Compliance Hearing Officer. During your appointment, be prepared to:
- Pay a statutory modification fee of $175.00
- Provide proof of current liability insurance on the vehicle
- Provide your Interlock Verification Form (IVF) that proves you have installed an Interlock Device on your vehicle.
Obtain a replacement license
After meeting with a hearing officer, you will obtain a replacement plastic license at a cost of $25.00 from a licensed operator with the wording “Modified” printed thereon. The modified license will also indicate the ignition interlock restriction.
Point Suspensions
How to Apply
To apply for a modification relating to point suspensions, you will need to:
Fill out a Modified Driver’s License Request
Fill out a Modified Driver's License Request and email a completed version of the form to IDAP@dps.ok.gov
Wait to receive a response
Wait to receive a response from a hearing officer with your request approval or denial.
Schedule an appointment
Schedule an appointment with a Driver Compliance Hearing Officer. Generally permitted parameters of point suspension modifications:
- To or from employment
- During the course of employment
- To and from an educational institution
- To comply with existing court orders
- To attend a driver improvement course, a defensive driving course, or a motor vehicle accident prevention course
- For personal welfare
Obtain a replacement license
Point suspension modifications will be issued by way of a paper license.
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P.O. Box 11415
Oklahoma City, OK 73136
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