Bosque County ALR Hearing Guide
How to request your Administrative License Revocation hearing and protect your driving privileges.
Last verified: January 6, 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:
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
Online Request
Fee: $125 (credit card)
Available: 24/7
Instant confirmation
Phone Request
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
Temporary Permit
ImmediateDrive legally until your hearing
Hearing Notice
20-40 daysDate, time, and format mailed to you
Prepare Defense
Before hearingGather evidence, hire attorney
Attend Hearing
Scheduled dateUsually phone or video
Decision
Same dayWin: keep license. Lose: suspension starts
Temporary Permit
Immediate
Drive until hearing
Hearing Notice
20-40 days
Date mailed to you
Prepare
Before hearing
Gather evidence
Attend Hearing
Scheduled
Phone or video
Decision
Same day
Win or suspension
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), DPS 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:
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
- DPS has experienced attorney present
- May not know proper objections
- Can't effectively cross-examine officers
- Lower win rate statistically
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
Texas DPS Office
For license reinstatement after suspension ends, or to get an occupational license:
FAQ
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The Bosque County legal environment presents a distinct "rural penalty" when it comes to DWI proceedings, often making the logistical burdens of an arrest as significant as the statutory penalties. If you've been arrested for DWI in Bosque County, Texas, understanding the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) process and your right to a hearing is crucial, and time is of the essence.
The 15-Day Deadline to Save Your License
Texas DPS requires you to request an ALR hearing within 15 calendar days of your DWI arrest. This is not 15 business days; it's 15 days including weekends and holidays. Missing this deadline results in the automatic suspension of your driver's license. Given Bosque County's rural nature and potential delays, acting quickly is paramount.
What is an ALR Hearing?
An ALR hearing is a civil proceeding, separate from your criminal DWI case, where the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) seeks to suspend your driver’s license. This suspension can occur even if you are not ultimately convicted of DWI in criminal court. The hearing determines whether DPS had sufficient grounds to suspend your license.
Requesting an ALR Hearing in Bosque County
While specific online options may exist on the DPS website, given potential connectivity issues in rural Bosque County, consider these methods to ensure your request is received and documented:
- Mail: Send a written request for an ALR hearing via certified mail with return receipt requested to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Keep a copy for your records.
- Phone: Call the Texas Department of Public Safety to inquire about the specific procedures for requesting an ALR hearing in Bosque County. Document the date, time, and person you spoke with.
- Fax: If possible, fax your request to the Texas Department of Public Safety and keep the confirmation sheet.
Hearing Location
ALR hearings pertaining to Bosque County arrests are typically held at a DPS office or a designated location within the region. Because of the rural setting, inquire with DPS about the exact location, as it may not be within Bosque County itself. Knowing the location allows you to plan for potential transportation challenges given the limited public transportation in the area.
Occupational License in Bosque County
If your license is suspended, you may be eligible for an Occupational Driver's License (ODL), which allows you to drive for essential purposes such as work, school, or medical appointments.
Given the older, more settled population, the judiciary expects defendants to navigate logistical hurdles, so present a clear and well-documented need for the ODL.
Bosque County Law Enforcement Center
The Bosque County Law Enforcement Center is located at 266 FM 2840, Meridian, TX 76665.
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Last updated: January 6, 2026
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