After a suspension, your driver record shows exactly what's left before you can drive again. Courts can also grant limited driving privileges, but those come with strict conditions.
Know the rule
You can view your driver record anytime, free, at IN.gov/BMV after creating an account. The Viewable Driver Record shows license status, citations, suspensions, and how to reinstate.
Handbook p. 29 ↗Cost of an Official Driver Record
Handbook p. 30 ↗Viewable vs. Official Driver Record
| Feature | Viewable | Official |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free | $4 |
| Printable | No | Yes, for up to 30 days after purchase |
| Official transcript | No | Yes: for individuals, courts, agencies, employers |
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You can also buy and print the Official Driver Record at a BMV Connect kiosk. Buying it at IN.gov/BMV includes an electronic version.
Handbook p. 30 ↗Know the rule
Outstanding reinstatement requirements and your eligibility date appear in the Reinstatement Requirements box near the top of the viewable record or on the official record.
Handbook p. 30 ↗Know the rule
For a court-ordered suspension, the record lists the court's phone number. Once you meet the court's requirements, the court sends reinstatement information to the BMV.
Handbook p. 30 ↗Time the BMV may take to process reinstatement information received from a court
Handbook p. 30 ↗Restriction 5
Placed on the license of a person granted hardship, probationary, conditional, or specialized driving privileges by court order.
Handbook p. 31 ↗Know the rule
Restriction 2 is no longer added for HTV suspensions or HTV probationary licenses expiring on or after January 1, 2015.
Handbook p. 31 ↗With court-granted specialized driving privileges you must:
- Keep an effective SR22 on file with the BMV for the entire period
- Carry a copy of the court order, or keep it in the vehicle you're driving
- Show the order to law enforcement on request
- Carry a validly issued credential whenever you drive
Put it into practice
A court grants you specialized driving privileges, and your license shows Restriction 5. Keep an SR22 on file the whole time and keep the court order with you or in the car. If an officer asks, show it along with your credential.