Side Bar -The Difference Between License Suspension, Cancellation, and Revocation

Suspension involves the temporary withdrawal of your privilege to drive. The state may restore your driving privileges after a designated time period and payment of a fee. You may also be required to remedy the cause of the suspension; for example, by purchasing auto insurance.

License cancellation involves voluntarily giving up your driving privilege without penalty. Cancellation allows you to reapply for a license immediately.

Revocation aims both to discipline the driver and protect the public. Revocation involuntarily ends your driving privilege. Revocation of your license applies for a minimum period set by law, until you become eligible to apply for a new license. The state may conduct a reinstatement hearing. You may have to retake a driver's license examination.