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National Driver Registry (NDR) Indefinite Suspension

Ohio Revised Code Section 4507.08 (D) (S)


A driver is processed through the PDPS (Problem Drivers Pointer System) formerly through the National Driver Registry (NDR) or in the case of an application for a Commercial Driver License (CDL), through Commercial Driver License Information System (CDLIS) if:

  1. Driver is requesting a "First" Ohio driver license and is over 18 years of age.

  2. An Ohio driver that is required to be re-tested due to suspension reinstatement requirements or cancellation of license.

  3. A licensed driver from another state and applying for an Ohio license.

Cause

Applying for an Ohio driver license while under suspension in another state.

 

Length of Suspension

Indefinite.

 

Reinstatement Requirement

Driver must present a clearance letter from the Bureau or Department of Motor Vehicles in the state(s) in which he/she is suspended or PDPS indicates an ELIGIBLE status.

Mail clearance letter to:
Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Attn: CDL / In-State
P.O. Box 16784
Columbus OH 43216-6784

Additionally, a $30.00 reinstatement fee will be required (if the suspension notice was mailed on or after 10/01/97).

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