Missouri Tickets & Points FAQ
*Why is my driver license suspended?*
There are a number of reasons why your driver license may be suspended. You can find out why you are suspended from the letter(s) you received from the Missouri Dept. of Revenue Driver License Bureau or contacting them at:
Driver License Bureau
301 West High Street – Room 470
Jefferson City, MO, 65105-0200
(573) 526-2407
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*How can I check my driver record?*
Call the Missouri Dept. of Revenue Driver License Bureau at (573) 526-2407 to find out about non-personal information such as traffic tickets and suspension/revocation-related information. For more information, go to the Driver License Bureau’s “Driver Records”:http://dor.mo.gov/mvdl/drivers/records.htm page.
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*When can my driving privilege be reinstated?*
Since there are several ways a person’s driver license can be suspended, revoked, or denied, there are different reinstatement requirements. “Click here for an outlined list of ways a person can be suspended, revoked, or denied and how you can get your driver license reinstated.”:http://dor.mo.gov/mvdl/drivers/ldp.htm
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*Has the Driver License Bureau received my SR-22 or money yet?*
Call the Driver License Bureau at (573) 526-2407 to find out if your SR-22 or money has been received or send an email to them at dlbmail@dor.mo.gov.
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*Am I eligible for a Limited Driving Privilege (LDP)?*
If you cannot get your driver license back, but you need to drive for employment or other important matters, you may apply for a Limited Driving Privilege (LDP). You may get an LDP unless you have certain convictions or losses of license on your driver record. Some convictions or loss of license are so serious that an LDP may not be granted. Check out our Limited Driving Privilege page for reasons why you could not get an LDP.
NOTE: A person cannot obtain an LDP to drive a commercial motor vehicle.
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*Where and how do I apply for a Limited Driving Privilege (LDP)?*
You need to fill out an Application for Limited Driving Privilege (LDP). For more information about an LDP, check out our Limited Driving Privilege page. If you have any questions about the application, call the Driver License Bureau at (573) 751-4475, or email them at dlbmail@dor.mo.gov.
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*Where do I appeal the suspension/revocation of my driver license?*
You may appeal a driver license suspension, revocation, or denial in the circuit court of the county where you live within 30 days after the notice of suspension, revocation, or denial is issued. Contact us today. We can help.
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*Do I have to test after I am reinstated?*
You are required to retest upon reinstatement for a point revocation or upon reinstatement for a point suspension if your driver license expired during the suspension period and has been expired for more than six months.
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*How can I drive when under suspension or revocation?*
You cannot drive while your driver license is suspended or revoked unless you apply for and receive a Limited Driving Privilege. For more information, check out our Limited Driving Privilege page.
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*Does the Missouri Driver License Bureau take credit or debit cards over the phone?*
No. You need to submit a money order or personal check to the Driver License Bureau.
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*Who do I make my reinstatement check out to?*
Missouri Department of Revenue.
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Can I pay my reinstatement fee at a contract office?
No. You cannot pay your reinstatement fee at a contract office. You must submit the fee to:
Missouri Department of Revenue, Driver License Bureau
301 West High Street
Harry S Truman Building, Room 470
P.O. Box 200
Jefferson City, MO 65105-0200
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*Did the Missouri Driver License Bureau receive my reinstatement requirements; i.e., fee or SR-22 filing?*
Call them at (573) 526-2407 to find out if your documents have been received or send them an email at dlbmail@dor.mo.gov.
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Did the Missouri Driver License Bureau receive the court order to remove the ticket from my record?
Call them at (573) 526-2407 to find out if the court order has been received or send them an email to dlbmail@dor.mo.gov.
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*Am I eligible for a Restricted Driving Privilege?*
The Missouri Driver License Bureau only issues Restricted Driving Privileges for first-time alcohol-related point suspensions. You must serve the first 30 days of the point suspension and file proof of liability insurance with the Driver License Bureau (i.e., SR-22 form).
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*What is an SR-22 insurance filing?*
It is a form from your insurance company that shows your motor vehicle has liability insurance. (Sample of SR-22 formAdobe Acrobat PDF)
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*Do I still need my SR-22?*
You need to file the SR-22 for two years from the starting date of your point suspension or revocation.
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*How many points go on my record when I get a ticket?*
You may refer to the Point System Violation Description TableAdobe Acrobat PDF to find the point value of most tickets.
How many points do I have on my record?
You can call (573) 526-2407 to find out how many points you have on your record or send an email to the Missouri Driver License Bureau at dlbmail@dor.mo.gov.
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*When can tickets be removed from my record?*
To determine when a particular ticket may be removed from your record, please refer to administrative rule 12 CSR 10-24.050.
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*How can I request that an old ticket be removed from my record?*
You may submit a request (including your full name and Missouri driver license number or social security number) to have old tickets purged from your record using one of the following methods:
* Send an email request to dlbmail@dor.mo.gov.
* Call (573) 526-2407 during normal business hours to request the purge.
* Send a written request to our central office:
Driver License Bureau
301 West High Street – Room 470
Jefferson City, MO, 65105-0200
NOTE: A ticket is not eligible to be removed if it “supports” an existing administrative suspension/revocation/denial action against the driver, or if it otherwise must remain on the record in accordance with state law.
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*What is the mailing address, location, and office hours of the Missouri Driver License Bureau?*
Driver License Bureau
301 West High Street – Room 470
Jefferson City, MO, 65105-0200
* Information 24/7 (Interactive Voice Response System) (573) 526-2407
* Driver License (general information) (573) 751-4600
* Administrative Alcohol (DWI) Suspensions, Hearings (573) 526-2407
* Points & Traffic Tickets (573) 526-2407
* License Issuance (573) 751-4600
* Clearance Letter (573) 751-4600
* Failure to Appear in Court for Traffic Violations – Missouri Courts Only (573) 526-0939
* Unpaid Tickets – Missouri Courts Only (573) 526-0939
* Accidents (573) 751-7195
* Mandatory Insurance (573) 751-7195
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