Lexington, KY – Altruism Counseling Services recently posted a blog detailing DUI classes' impact on a person’s driving record and how to get their license reinstated. In the state of Kentucky, you must complete DUI classes if you have received a DUI.
“DUI classes are a requirement for anyone who has received a DUI (driving under the influence) in the state of Kentucky. Depending on the number of offenses within 10 years determines how long those classes need to last. A first-time offense will result in a 6-month suspension of your license and 90 days at an alcohol use disorder program to attend classes — the second or higher offense results in attending classes and treatment for a year. These classes cannot be taken online and must occur at a regulated, licensed, and monitored facility by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
In Kentucky, a first-time DUI offense can remain on your driving record for up to 10 years. First-time offenses and misdemeanor traffic offenses are the only ones that can be expunged from your record after you have completed all requirements. Having 3 or more DUIs in 5 years is a felony, which is not eligible for expungement. Once the court has erased it, it will not be on any background check or criminal history,” the blog states.
There is a way to reduce the length of a license suspension. After the first 90-120 days of being violation-free after a DUI arrest in Kentucky, depending on the offense, a person will qualify for the Kentucky Ignition Interlock Program (KIIP).
Anyone in the KIIP program must have an ignition interlock device installed in their car and apply for an ignition interlock license. This device will require the driver to pass a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test with .02 or less to operate their vehicle, along with verification from facial recognition software to confirm their identity.
Completing the KIIP program will shorten the license suspension period of a first-time offender to as little as 4-30 months depending on the offense.
Depending on their needs, a person may also receive a different type of probationary license without applying to KIIP.
“In Kentucky, if your license has been suspended due to a DUI, the court may grant you a probationary driver’s license, known as a hardship license. This allows you to continue going to work and school, attend DUI classes, obtain medical care, and attend court-ordered counseling while your license is suspended. Keep in mind these licenses are not available right away. Hardship licenses can be petitioned after 30 days for the first offense, 12 months for the second offense, and 24 months after the third offense. Subsequent offenses are not eligible for hardship license consideration,” the blog continues.
To qualify for a hardship license, an offender must prove their need with written evidence from an employer or educational institution. This can include a class, job, or treatment schedule.
Altruism Counseling Services helps people find themselves again in Lexington, KY. Founded on Alcoholics Anonymous' principle of altruism, they believe in helping others and empowering them to succeed in recovery. It offers DUI and anger management classes that help many people with alcohol use disorders find the support they need to reclaim their lives. Altruism Counseling Services also provides psychological assessments for both mental health and substance use disorders.
For more information, call them at 859-310-6505 or visit their website to learn how they help people find themselves again.
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Altruism Counseling
Dede Stratton
859-310-6505
dede@altruismcounseling.com
271 W Short St Suite 508 Lexington KY 40507
