How to request a hearing
| 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 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 the letter notifying you of your license suspension, 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), complete an Financial Assistance Application. To qualify, you must:
- Be indigent as defined in RCW 10.101.010.
- Have an income below the Washington State poverty cut-off level shown below:
2017 poverty guidelines for Washington State People in family/household Monthly income 1 $1,256 2 $1,692 3 $2,127 4 $2,563 5 $2,998 6 $3,433 7 $3,869 8 $4,304
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
