Resources at the State Law Library
Below are some of the library resources that can provide further guidance on this topic. The Texas State Law Library has many other resources in addition to the highlights we present below. Please call us at (512) 463-1722 if you have any questions about these materials.
Occupational Drivers Licenses
This guide was created to provide information about Occupational licenses. The Pro Se Resources tab lists relevant laws, links to websites from the Department of Public Safety and Texas Law Help that discuss occupational licenses in "plain English," contact information for the Department of Public Safety and Texas County and District clerks. The Practice Aids tab provides a list of State Law Library resources that may be useful to practitioners working with people seeking occupational driver's licenses.
Texas and Federal Law
Below you will find references to areas of the Texas Transportation Code that govern Occupational Driver's Licenses and issues related to Occupational Driver's Licenses. If you find these statutes difficult to understand, you may want to view the "plain English" resources on this page or speak to an attorney.
- Texas Health and Safety code section 469.009Discusses Occupational Driver's Licenses
- Texas Transportation code chapter 521 subchapter LDiscusses Occupational Licenses
- Texas Transportation code chapter 601Discusses the Texas Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Act
Explained in "Plain English"
Because Texas and federal law may not be easy to understand, below you'll find a collection of resources that help to explain the law in "plain English."
- Information on Occupational Licenses from the Texas Department of Public SafetyThis page from the Texas Department of Public Safety discusses requesting an occupational license, issuance of an occupational license, waiting periods, ineligible individuals, and driver eligibility status.
- Occupational Drivers License in Texas InformationThis publication on Texas Law Help from the Partnership for Legal Access provides an overview of the Occupational Driver's License process. It answers questions such as How do I ask for an occupational driver’s license and Do I have to go to a court hearing. Answers are available in English and Spanish. Please note this page links to a pdf file.
- Occupational Drivers License in Texas KitThe Occupational Drivers License in Texas Kit on Texas Law Help written by the Partnership for Legal Access contains information on Occupational Drivers Licenses, a Petition for Occupational Driver’s License, and an Occupational Driver’s License Order. If you need assistance completing these forms, please contact a licensed attorney.
Who Can I Contact?
The Department of Public Safety's website says: "Requests for an occupational license must be made to the county or district court where the individual lives or to the court of original jurisdiction where the offense occurred."
- DPS Mailing Address, Fax Number and Email InformationIn the Issuance of an Occupational License section, there is information on contact information for the Department of Public Safety.
- List of County Clerks from the Secretary of State's websiteThis website lists all of the Texas County clerks.
- Search for County and District clerks using the Texas Judicial System DirectoryThe website from the Office of Court Administration displays contact information for court personnel including district and county clerks.
Legal Research Guides from the Texas State Law Library
The Texas State Law Library reference librarians have compiled legal research guides for specific areas of the law. These guides contain resources that can help you research a legal issue. The American Association of Law Libraries has a guide for Non-Lawyers on How to Research a Legal Problem. If you have any questions, please contact us at (512) 463-1722 or at library@sll.texas.gov.
Important:
The information provided on this page has been prepared for general information purposes only and should not be construed as, nor substituted for, legal advice. It is strongly recommended that you contact an attorney for advice specific to your fact situation. Your local bar association or the State Bar of Texas Lawyer Referral Information Service (1-800-252-9690) can assist you with locating an attorney.
Ask a Librarian
If you need help with a reference question, you may ask a librarian...
- in person: 205 W. 14th Street in Austin, TX
- by telephone: (512) 463-1722
- by mail: P.O. Box 12367, Austin, TX 78711-2367
- by fax: (512) 463-1728
- by email: click here to submit a question online
Need Legal Assistance?
- The State Bar's Lawyer Referral ServiceReceive a 30-minute legal consultation for $20.
- Legal Aid Directory on Texas Law HelpA listing of legal aid groups in Texas.
- Texas Legal Services CenterProvides free legal hotlines to certain groups of Texans such as the elderly or veterans.
- Texas Law HelpProvides free legal forms and other legal information. Also available is LiveHelp, an online chat service with a reference attorney for Texans who qualify.
- Texas Consumer Complaint CenterFrom their Web site: The Center For Consumer Law helps consumers settle disputes by informing them of their legal rights and assisting with the resolution of disputes through mediation and, when necessary, litigation.
Find a Library Near You
- Texas County Law LibrariesA listing of county law libraries in Texas.
- University Law Libraries in TexasA listing of Texas universities with law libraries.
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