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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who will conduct my hearing?
A representative of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, routinely this will be an active Trooper or a retired state trooper.
- How will I know when and where my Hearing will be conducted?
Our Headquarters personnel assign a specific Trooper to conduct your hearing. Once the Trooper is assigned and receives your file he or she will contact you via mail or phone to establish a time and place.
- Can my hearing be held in my County or another county in the State of Alabama?
Normally Hearings are afforded, if approved, in the county of residence. However, a hearing can be held in an adjacent county if feasible and can expedite the process.
- If I’m an out of state resident, can my hearing be held over the phone?
That would depend on the type of hearing needed and at the discretion of the assigned Hearing Officer.
- Who decides the outcome or results of my Hearing?
The Hearing Unit has a Board that reviews the Hearing Officer recommendation, driving history, and the driver’s file to make a determination.
- Do I have to have an attorney present for a Hearing?
No.
- Will I know the outcome / results of my Hearing at the conclusion of the Hearing?
No. After you meet with the Hearing Officer, he will make a recommendation to the Board. He will then send your file with the recommendation to Headquarters for review by the board. Once your file has been processed you will receive a letter with the outcome of the hearing.
- Where are the Hearings normally held?
Most are conducted within a Driver License Office or other government building.
- What is an Ignition Interlock Device?
This law is to provide Ignition Interlock Devices on automobiles for persons convicted of driving under the influence. You MUST have a court order to operate a vehicle with the Ignition Interlock Device.
Click here for more information about Ignition Interlock.
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