Mohave County ALR Hearing Guide

How to request your Administrative License Revocation hearing and protect your driving privileges.

Last verified: January 27, 2026

15-Day Deadline

You have exactly 15 days from your arrest to request an ALR hearing. Miss this deadline and your license is automatically suspended. No exceptions.

Enter your arrest date to see your deadline:

Select arrest date

If You Request in Time

  • • Temporary permit until hearing
  • • Chance to keep your license
  • • Gather evidence for defense

If You Miss the Deadline

  • • Automatic 90-180 day suspension
  • • No hearing, no appeal
  • • Starts 40 days after arrest

How to Request Your Hearing

Fastest Method

Online Request

Fee: $125 (credit card)

Available: 24/7

Instant confirmation

Go to Arizona MVD Portal
Alternative

Phone Request

Phone: (512) 424-2600

Fee: $125 (credit card)

Hours: Mon-Fri 8AM - 5PM

Expect long hold times

Information You'll Need

From Your DIC-25 Notice:

  • • Driver License Number
  • • Date of Arrest
  • • Arresting Agency
  • • Arresting Officer Name

Personal Information:

  • • Full Legal Name
  • • Current Address
  • • Date of Birth
  • • Phone Number & Email

After You Request

1

Temporary Permit

Immediate

Drive legally until your hearing

2

Hearing Notice

20-40 days

Date, time, and format mailed to you

3

Prepare Defense

Before hearing

Gather evidence, hire attorney

4

Attend Hearing

Scheduled date

Usually phone or video

5

Decision

Same day

Win: keep license. Lose: suspension starts

What to Expect at the Hearing

Most hearings are by phone or video

You usually don't need to travel to Austin. When you receive your hearing notice, it will specify whether it's phone, video, or in-person.

Duration

30-60 minutes typically

Who's There

You, your attorney (optional), MVD attorney, administrative law judge

What They Review

Probable cause for stop, proper arrest procedure, chemical test validity

Evidence That Can Help

  • Dashcam or bodycam footage showing procedural errors
  • Breathalyzer calibration records (if not current)
  • Witness statements about your sobriety
  • Medical conditions affecting field sobriety tests

For the rare in-person hearings:

State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH), 300 W. 15th Street, Austin, TX 78701 • (512) 475-4993

Should You Hire an Attorney?

With an Attorney

  • Can subpoena arresting officer
  • Knows how to challenge evidence
  • Uses hearing to strengthen criminal defense
  • Higher success rate at hearings

Without an Attorney

  • MVD has experienced attorney present
  • May not know proper objections
  • Can't effectively cross-examine officers
  • Lower win rate statistically
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If You Lose Your Hearing

Losing the ALR hearing isn't the end. You still have options to maintain limited driving privileges:

Ignition Interlock

Drive with device installed

Occupational License

Limited driving for work/essentials

Arizona MVD Office

For license reinstatement after suspension ends, or to get an occupational license:

Address
1801 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85007
Get Directions
Phone
(281) 219-4500
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

FAQ

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The moment a Mohave County officer serves you with the "Admin Per Se / Implied Consent Affidavit" (Pink/Yellow sheet), the 15-day clock starts ticking to protect your driver's license after a DUI arrest.

Mohave County DUI and Your Driver's License: Understanding the MVD Hearing

In Arizona, being arrested for DUI triggers two separate legal processes. One is the criminal case in court, and the other is an administrative process handled by the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). This MVD process can result in the suspension of your driver's license, and it's crucial to act quickly.

Key Takeaway: You can win your DUI case in court, but still lose your license if you don't address the MVD's administrative actions within 15 days.

The 15-Day Deadline: Requesting an MVD Hearing

Following a DUI arrest in Mohave County, you only have 15 calendar days from the date you were served the "Admin Per Se / Implied Consent Affidavit" to request a hearing with the MVD to contest the suspension of your license. This is a strict deadline. Missing it results in automatic license suspension.

How to Request an MVD Hearing in Arizona

While specific methods may vary slightly, generally, you can request an MVD hearing through these channels:

  • Online: Check the Arizona MVD website (AZMVDNow.gov) for online hearing request options.
  • Mail: Send a written request to the MVD Hearings Unit.

Important: Given the strict 15-day deadline, it's recommended you contact the MVD directly to confirm the fastest and most reliable method for requesting your hearing.

Consequences of License Suspension

A suspended license can severely impact your ability to work, care for your family, and manage daily life.

Mohave County MVD Office

While hearings themselves aren't held at local MVD offices, you may need to visit one for other license-related matters. Here are the local Mohave County Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) MVD offices:

Check the ADOT website for the most up-to-date hours and services offered at each location.

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Last updated: January 27, 2026

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