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Occupational Driver’s License Attorney in Fort Bend County
Losing your driver’s license doesn’t mean losing your job, your education, or your responsibilities. If your license has been suspended in Texas due to a DWI, drug conviction, or other violation, you may be eligible for an Occupational Driver’s License (ODL) — a restricted license that allows you to drive legally for essential purposes.
Lee D. Cox is an experienced Fort Bend County criminal defense attorney who helps clients regain limited driving privileges. Whether you’re facing a first-time DWI or have a complicated suspension, Lee can guide you through the legal process and fight for your right to drive.
What Is an Occupational Driver’s License?
An Occupational Driver’s License (ODL) is a court-authorized, restricted license that allows a person with a suspended driver’s license to drive for essential purposes such as:
Commuting to and from work or school
Attending court-ordered appointments or medical treatment
Performing essential household duties
It does not restore your full driving privileges, but it does allow you to maintain critical parts of your life while your license is suspended.
Who Is Eligible for an ODL in Texas?
You may qualify for an ODL if your license has been suspended for:
DWI or drug offenses
Failure to pay surcharges or fines
Refusal to take a breath or blood test
Driving without insurance
Excessive traffic violations
You cannot get an ODL if:
You’ve received two ODLs in the last 10 years due to alcohol-related offenses
You are ineligible under a court or administrative order
You were driving commercially at the time of the offense (ODLs do not apply to commercial licenses)
How Do You Get an Occupational Driver’s License?
The process includes:
Petitioning the court in the county where the offense or suspension occurred.
Gathering required documentation such as proof of insurance (SR-22), a certified driving record, and a proposed schedule of driving hours.
Attending a hearing (if required) where the judge will review your request.
Obtaining a signed court order that authorizes DPS to issue your ODL.
This process can be technical and time-sensitive — working with a knowledgeable attorney can make all the difference in avoiding delays or denials.
Why Hire Lee D. Cox for Your ODL?
Lee understands the urgency when your ability to work or care for your family is on the line. With over two decades of experience in criminal and traffic-related defense, Lee offers:
Rapid response for urgent driving needs
Knowledge of local court procedures in Fort Bend County and beyond
Professional preparation of petitions and court documentation
Aggressive representation at hearings if required
Don’t Wait to Get Back on the Road
If your license has been suspended, you don’t have to face life without a vehicle. Attorney Lee D. Cox helps Texans get back behind the wheel legally and as quickly as possible.
📞 Call today at 281-762-7345 or submit a request online to begin the process for your Occupational Driver’s License.