ALR Hearings After a Texas DWI Arrest
Protect Your License. Protect Your Future. Call Texas Defenders at [214-306-9696].
If you've been arrested for DWI in Texas, you're facing two separate cases: one in criminal court and one with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The second one—the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing—can cost you your driver's license even if you're never convicted in court.
At Texas Defenders, we fight to protect your freedom and your ability to drive. If you're in Dallas, Tarrant, or Collin County, time is critical. You only have 15 days from your arrest to request an ALR hearing. Miss the deadline, and your license will be automatically suspended.
What Is an ALR Hearing?
An Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing is a civil proceeding where the Texas DPS tries to suspend your driver's license after a DWI arrest. It is separate from your criminal DWI case and focuses only on whether your license should be suspended based on:
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Refusing a breath or blood test
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Failing a breath or blood test (BAC of 0.08% or higher)
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Being a minor with any detectable alcohol in your system
Why the ALR Hearing Matters
✅ Save Your Driver's License
The ALR hearing is your only chance to contest the automatic suspension.
✅ Preview the Evidence Against You
We use the hearing to cross-examine the arresting officer under oath and get discovery that can be used to beat your DWI case in court.
✅ Spot Officer Errors Early
If the officer didn't follow proper procedures during your stop, arrest, or blood draw, we can expose it here—sometimes leading to a dismissal.
✅ Strengthen Your Criminal Defense
Everything learned in the ALR hearing helps us build a stronger defense for the criminal DWI case.
How Long Do I Have to Request an ALR Hearing?
Only 15 days from the date of your arrest. That's why it's critical to call us immediately. If the request is not filed within that time, your license will be automatically suspended 40 days after the arrest.
What Happens If I Don't Request a Hearing?
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Automatic license suspension:
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90 days if you failed a test
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180 days if you refused a test
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A suspension will appear on your driving record
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It can trigger additional penalties in your criminal DWI case
We can still help you apply for an occupational driver's license if needed, but that's a last resort. The goal is to win the ALR hearing and avoid suspension altogether.
How We Win ALR Hearings
At Texas Defenders, we represent clients at ALR hearings in Dallas County, Tarrant County, and Collin County every week. Our strategy includes:
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Timely filing the hearing request
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Forcing the officer to appear and testify
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Cross-examining for inconsistencies in their report
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Challenging the legality of the stop, detention, and arrest
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Using the officer's sworn testimony to help fight the DWI criminal charge
Even if we can't stop the suspension, we set the stage for winning your court case.
Serving Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, McKinney, and Beyond
Texas Defenders handles ALR hearings across:
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Dallas County – Lew Sterrett Justice Center
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Tarrant County – Fort Worth DPS hearings
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Collin County – McKinney and Plano area
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And surrounding cities: Frisco, Garland, Irving, Cedar Hill, Duncanville, and more.
Take Action Now – The 15-Day Clock Is Ticking
You need experienced DWI defense lawyers who understand the ALR process inside and out. Let us protect your license, your record, and your freedom.
Call Texas Defenders at 214-306-9696 today for a free consultation. We'll handle the ALR hearing and the criminal case so you can focus on moving forward.