How to Reinstate Your License After a DWI in North Carolina

If you’ve been convicted of a DWI in North Carolina, you may be wondering how to get back on the road legally. The process of reinstating your driving privileges involves several key steps, and Absolute Advocacy is here to guide you through it efficiently. As North Carolina’s trusted provider of DWI assessments and education programs, we help clients navigate the reinstatement process through telehealth services that fit their schedules.

Step 1: Obtain a DWI Assessment

The first step toward license reinstatement is completing a DWI assessment. North Carolina law requires that anyone seeking to clear a DWI must undergo this evaluation from a state-approved provider. Absolute Advocacy offers online DWI assessments via telehealth, making it easy and convenient to complete this step without needing to visit an office in person.

What to Expect in a DWI Assessment:

• A certified substance use counselor will evaluate your history with alcohol and drug use.
• The assessment will determine whether you need further education or treatment.
• You will receive a recommendation for the appropriate level of treatment based on your evaluation.

Step 2: Complete Your Required DWI Classes or Treatment

Once your assessment is complete, the next step is fulfilling any recommended education or treatment requirements. North Carolina law mandates that individuals must complete these classes before they can apply for license reinstatement.

Your Options:

• ADETS (Alcohol and Drug Education Traffic School): This 16-hour program is designed for low-risk offenders and is the shortest route to fulfilling your DWI requirements.
• Short- or Long-Term Treatment: If your assessment determines a higher level of substance use treatment is needed, you must complete it before proceeding.

Absolute Advocacy offers telehealth-based DWI classes, allowing you to meet your requirements from the comfort of your home.

Step 3: Submit Your Certificate of Completion to the NC DMV

Once you have finished your required program, your provider (such as Absolute Advocacy) will report your completion directly to the North Carolina DMV. You will also receive a copy of your completion certificate for your records.

Step 4: Pay the DMV Fees and Meet Additional Requirements

To finalize the reinstatement of your driving privileges, you must:

• Pay the reinstatement fee to the NC DMV (this varies depending on the circumstances of your DWI conviction).
• Obtain proof of insurance from your provider if required.
• Follow any additional court or DMV-mandated conditions before your license is fully reinstated.

Why Choose Absolute Advocacy?

• Convenient Online Assessments & Classes: Complete everything from home with our state-approved telehealth programs.
• Fast Reporting to the DMV: We ensure your completion records are submitted promptly to avoid unnecessary delays.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced team is available to answer your questions and guide you through the process.

Get Started Today

Don’t let a DWI keep you off the road longer than necessary. Get started with an online DWI assessment today. Absolute Advocacy is here to make the process clear, simple, and fast.