Q: I just finished OVI court program 6 months ago and now on non reporting probation until dec of 2024.
However, I recently had a fail on my intoxalock of .029 and passed on the third try after about 30 min. The court contacted me and told me the judge has revoked my driving privileges until dec. If I hire an attorney to help me file a motion how long does it usually take for a decision? I have since gone back to counseling and will be doing group therapy along w/ taking Vivitrol. Do I have any chance of the judge giving me any privileges back?
A: Hi! This is a bit of a difficult question to answer because it all depends on the judge. First, depending on the court's docket, the decision on your motion can take weeks to months. Good job for continuing to go back to counseling and continuing your efforts to improve. However, it is difficult to say whether the judge will give you the privileges back in spite of your continued efforts. Your continued efforts will definitely help your case, but again, it is not certain whether the judge will grant any privileges back. Some attorneys are familiar with certain judges and a local attorney may help you understand which judges are more strict and which are more lenient.
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
