How to request a hearing
You may request any hearing online using License eXpress or follow the instructions below:
| Type of suspension | How to request a hearing | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Driving under the influence (DUI) (Includes refusal to take a breath or blood test) |
|
$375* |
| Habitual Traffic Offender (HTO) | Complete a Habitual Traffic Offender Hearing Request (English, Español, Русский, and more) and mail or fax it to us at the address on the form. | None |
| Cases other than DUI or HTO | Complete the hearing request form you received with your suspension letter, and mail it to the address on the form. | None |
*This fee may be waived if you're found to be indigent and have an income below the poverty threshold.
If you're applying for a DUI hearing as an indigent (requesting a fee waiver), you must:
- Request a hearing online through License eXpress, or complete a Request for DUI Hearing and mail it to the address on the form, and
- Complete a Financial Assistance Application.
- Be indigent as defined in RCW 10.101.010.
- Have an income below the Washington State poverty cut-off level shown below:
2018 poverty guidelines for Washington State People in family/household Monthly income 1 $1,265 2 $1,715 3 $2,165 4 $2,615 5 $3,065 6 $3,515 7 $3,965 8 $4,415
Related information
- How to prepare for a hearing
- (DUI) Driving under the influence
- Types of suspensions (information about each type of suspension)
- Driver License Penalties — Administrative Actions
- Driver License Penalties Following Conviction
- Code of Conduct for Hearing Examiners
Questions? Need help?
Email us: CustomerCare@dol.wa.gov
