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1. Even though I'm already suspended, can I now drive legally since I'm on a payment plan?

If you can provide proof that you are employed and you pay at least half of your balance, your suspensions may be cleared so that you may drive legally. The collection officer will determine your driving status during your initial interview.

2. Can I combine all of my criminal and traffic matters into 1 plan?

Yes. You will need to see a collection officer to make payment arrangements.

3. My license is suspended and no one let me know, why?

The court sent a warning notice 14 days before your license was suspended. The Secretary of State’s office will send a notice to you once they receive the order of suspension from the court. Check with the court and Secretary of States office to make sure your address information is correct.

4. What do I need to do to get my license back?

Contact your collection officer. Cases are handled based on your last name. Last names A to G contact Collection Officer Robin Haddix at 517-768-8552. Last names H to P, contact Collection Officer Lynn Cavanaugh at 517-768-6873. Last names Q to Z contact Collection Officer Karmen Haney at 517-768-8567.

5. Why didn’t anyone notify me when my ticket came in?

The ticket you received instructs you to contact the court within 10 business days. The Court’s address and phone number are listed on your ticket. It is your responsibility to contact the court.

6. Where do I pay my reinstatement fee if the court suspends my driver’s license?

The reinstatement fee for court related suspensions have been added to your fines and costs. If the Secretary of State suspends your driver’s license for administrative reasons, then you must pay that reinstatement fee directly to the Michigan Secretary of State’s office.

7. Where do I pay my Driver Responsibility fees and how much do I owe?

Driver responsibility fees are paid to the Michigan Department of Treasury
P.O. Box 30199
Lansing, MI 48909-7699

Note: payments are not accepted at the Secretary of State or at any court. Driver Responsibility questions: 800-950-6227. Driving Record questions: 888-767-6424.

8. Can I petition the court for a wage assignment with my employer?

Yes. You will need to see your collection officer to make arrangements.