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OWI: When Will I Get My License Back?

If you are arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) in Indiana and have a blood alcohol level of .08 or greater, your driving privileges will be suspended by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) for 180 days or until the charges have been disposed of. If you refuse to give a breath sample, your driving privileges will be suspended for one year (or 2 years if you have a previous OWI).

Even if you failed a breath test, aggressive legal action may be able to get you back on the roads within 30 days, with a probationary license. A probationary license allows you to drive for employment-related purposes. If you refuse a chemical test, you may be eligible to reduce your license's suspension by installing an ignition interlock device.

If you are convicted of OWI, the Court will order your license suspended as follows:

It is crucial to obtain an attorney immediately if you are charged with OWI, because your license will be suspended while your case is pending. Aggressive action could restore your driving privileges in as little as 30 days.