Worried About Losing Your License After a DUI?

If you are arrested for DUI or refuse a breath or blood test, the State begins the process of revoking your driver's license. Service Oklahoma (formerly DPS) will typically mail you a notice of revocation. They can do so up to 180 days after your arrest, or 180 days after your blood test results are complete (if you took a blood test).

If Service Oklahoma mails you a notice of revocation, you have 30 days from the date on the notice to file an appeal or your driver's license will go into revocation until you complete the IDAP program.

Essentially, you have three options regarding your driver’s license following a DUI arrest:

Do nothing (Not recommended)

If you take no action, your driver's license will be revoked. Oklahoma does not allow you to wait out a revocation. To regain driving privileges, you must complete the Impaired Driver Accountability Program (IDAP).

File An Appeal Challenging The Revocation

An attorney can challenge the basis of the stop, arrest, breath or blood test, a test refusal, and other merits of the case on your behalf in order to stop the State from revoking your license. If the appeal is successful, you will not lose your license. If it is unsuccessful, you may still apply for IDAP.

Participate in IDAP

Oklahoma's Impaired Driver Accountability Program (IDAP) allows many drivers to continue driving with conditions instead of facing a full revocation. If accepted, you may be required to install an ignition interlock device for 180 days (first offense), 1 year (second offense), or 3 years (third offense within 10 years).

IDAP involves strict deadlines, requirements, and monitoring. Missing a deadline or violating the program can result in additional penalties or restarting the program.

At the conclusion, you'll get a completion certificate and will be able to take the interlock out of your vehicle. For a complete breakdown of eligibility, deadlines, costs, requirements, and other information on IDAP, see our Ultimate Guide to IDAP.