Florida License Reinstatement After DUI — Complete Checklist (2026)

• Days 1–10: Request formal review hearing from DHSMV — call (850) 617-2000. This buys time and extends your temporary permit while hearing is scheduled. Missing this deadline = hard suspension starts day 11.
• Hire a DUI attorney — not optional for best outcome. An attorney can negotiate, arrange diversion, or challenge evidence.
• Document everything: arrest date, case number, county, officer names, BAC results if given

• Get your court disposition document — from the clerk of court. Shows conviction, sentence, and conditions. You'll need this.
• Enroll in DUI school: Level I (12 hours, ~$270) for first offense / Level II (21+ hours) for second offense or BAC 0.15+. Find approved providers at flhsmv.gov.
• Complete DUI school — school transmits completion to DHSMV electronically. Get your certificate anyway.
• Complete substance abuse evaluation if ordered (Level II school triggers this)
• Complete all treatment requirements if recommended by evaluator
• Complete community service hours if ordered by court
• Pay all court fines and costs — get written confirmation from clerk that your balance is $0

• Determine owner vs non-owner policy: Own a vehicle? → owner policy. No vehicle? → non-owner ($18–$45/month).
• Get FR44 quotes from multiple carriers — pricing varies 30–50% between insurers
• Purchase FR44 policy — must meet $100K/$300K BI + $50K PD minimums
• Set up AUTO-PAY immediately — one missed payment = lapse = suspension + clock restart. Non-negotiable.
• Confirm DHSMV received FR44 filing — call (850) 617-2000 or check flhsmv.gov within 48 hours

• Determine if IID is required: Mandatory for BAC 0.15%+, minor in vehicle, or 2nd+ offense
• Select DHSMV-approved IID provider — Intoxalock, Smart Start, LifeSafer are common
• Schedule and complete IID installation — typically 1–3 business days lead time
• Register IID with DHSMV — provider typically does this; confirm
• Keep all calibration appointments — required every 60 days

• Pay DHSMV reinstatement fee — $150–$500 depending on offense. Pay online at flhsmv.gov or at DHSMV office.
• Confirm all requirements met: DUI school ✓ | FR44 confirmed ✓ | IID installed (if required) ✓ | Fees paid ✓ | Treatment complete (if required) ✓
• Apply for reinstatement — online at flhsmv.gov or at DHSMV office
• Receive reinstated license — 24–48 hours processing after all requirements confirmed

• Maintain FR44 continuously — zero tolerance for lapses. Auto-pay. Update card numbers when they expire.
• Comply with IID for full required period — don't tamper; don't miss calibrations
• Complete probation — report as required; fulfill all conditions
• Re-shop at Year 1 and Year 2 — rates often drop as conviction ages
• Month 36: Confirm FR44 period ended with DHSMV — then request FR44 removal from insurer and shop standard market policy