Driver's License Restoration
You can find a detailed summary of the license reinstatement process at the Michigan Secretary of State's website.
Michiganlegalhelp.org also provides a helpful overview of the process.
Read the SOS manual, How to Read a Driving Record, to learn more about reviewing your driving record.
Learn more about New Clean Slate Driver's License Suspension laws.
Contact MILS
If you need additional assistance, please contact MILS at 231-947-0122.
How to obtain your driving record from the state of Michigan
1. Go to www.Michigan.gov/sos/all-services/driving-record
2. Double-click to Go to Online Services.
3. If you already have an account, type in your User Id or Email and your password.
4. If you do not have an account, you need to create an account – move to STEP TWO.
5. You will be directed to agree to their terms and conditions. Check the box and double-click Launch Service.
6. You will then have to complete the Two-Factor authorization by having them call or text you. Double-click the method you prefer.
7. They will send a text or call with a passcode. You need to enter the passcode in the box provided on the screen. (Note: the first 4 digits are already on the screen, so only type the last 6 digits.)
8. Double-click Confirm Passcode.
9. The ID Verification screen will come up first.
10. Note: Find your Identification Number on your license/state ID.
11. Enter all the information requested and check the box to agree to the terms and conditions.
12. Now you will be asked why you are ordering your driving record. Select one reason in the drop-down list.
13. You may add additional comments under your choice if you want to. (Note: if you selected “other” above, you must type a reason.
14. Double-click Next.
15. The Feed page will open. The total cost is $1.00 for a certified record fee, and $15.00 for the Record Lookup Sale Fee.
16. Double-click Next.
The Summary Screen will come up. It will say the following bullet points. If you understand and agree, double click submit.
· You will have seven days to access the record online.
· It will not be emailed or mailed to you.
· After payment, to view and download the record, select the “View Transaction Documents” button and then the “View Driver Record” link.
17. The next screen that comes up lists the items you are purchasing.
EXAMPLE of SCREEN:
Jane Doe
Drivers License: A 000 000 000 000
Request Driving Record $16.00 Delete
18. You need to double-click Request Driving Record on the bottom left, or the Delete button on the bottom right.
19. If you double-click Request Driving Record, it will take you to a screen that shows it is in your cart.
20. Click on the cart icon () at the top left of the screen to get to where you check out.
21. Click Check out and you will get the payment screen.
22. Choose Credit Card or Checking Account to pay. (Note: you pay a fee if you use your credit card).
STEP TWO – Create an account on MiLogin
1. Double-click Create an Account.
2. Type in your current email address. (Make sure you have access to the email because they will send a link for verification.)
If your driver’s license was suspended or revoked, refer to the list below for information on how to restore it.
Step 1 - Get a copy of your driving record.
You can get a copy of your driving record online, by mail, or at your local Secretary of State (SOS) office.
There is a $12 fee to purchase a copy of your driving record.
Make sure to ask for a certified complete record.
Step 2 - Review your driving record.
Look at everything listed below “End of Record History” to see all current barriers to restoring your license.
Take note of whether suspensions are definite or indefinite.
Definite suspensions include a specific time period during which your license is suspended. Once the period is over, you can go to your local SOS office to restore your license.
Indefinite suspensions do not have a predetermined end date. In some cases, you may be able to have your license restored.
Step 3 - Pay all the fines and fees you owe.
You will also have to pay a $125 reinstatement fee.
Step 4 - Request a hearing if necessary.
You can request a hearing for a suspended or revoked license online, by faxing the hearing request application and all applicable documents to 517-335-2190, or by mailing the application and documents to Michigan Department of State, Office of Hearings and Administrative Oversight, P.O. Box 30196, Lansing, Michigan 48909.