Office of Administrative Hearings

Individuals and businesses regulated by the Department of Motor Vehicles have the right to appeal most administrative sanctions imposed by the Department. Typical cases include appeals of driver license withdrawals and vehicle registration suspensions. The following procedures and forms are used to file for an appeal:

Driver License Withdrawals
To request a hearing on a driver license withdrawal (revocation, suspension, cancellation or denial), please reveiw the following restrictions. If you meet the requirements for a hearing, submit a signed letter with your license number and DMV file number as directed:

• If you are requesting a hearing concerning a revocation order with a file number beginning with "IP", you may not request a hearing after the ninety-day revocation period has ended. Please mail the request to the nearest Hearings Office.
• If you are requesting a hearing for a security deposit suspension, the Department must receive your request within fifteen days from the date the suspension went into effect. Please mail the request to the License Review Section at the address below.
• If you are requesting a hearing for failure to appear to pay a fine in court, the Department must recevie your written request before the suspension goes into effect. Please mail the request to the License Review Section at the address below.

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles
Central Services and Records, Processing Center, License Review
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711

Insurance Verification Suspensions
To request an Administrative Hearing for vehicle registration suspensions, please submit the IVP-005 form to the IVP Section. You may fax the form to (775) 684-4543 or mail it to:

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles
Central Services and Records, Processing Center, IVP
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711

Insurance Hearing Request (IVP-005)

Personalized License Plate Denial or Recall
To request an Administrative Hearing for a denied or recalled personalized license plate number, please submit the SP-75 form to the Special Plates Section. You may fax the form to (775) 684-4797 or mail it to:

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles
Central Services and Records, Alternate Services, Special Plates
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711

License Plate Hearing Request (SP-75)

Administrative Law Judges are selected on merit based on demonstrated ability, experience and qualifications. Each candidate must pass rigorous examinations.

Although the Office of Administrative Hearings is part of the Department, the judges have a legal and ethical responsibility to maintain their independence and professionalism.

Administrative Law Judges participate in continuing legal education and judicial training under the auspices of the National Judicial College at the University of Nevada, Reno.

There are currently five judges in the Department. Three are posted in Las Vegas, one in Elko and one in the Carson City/Reno area. Judges also travel statewide to conduct hearings as the need arises.

They are supported by four clerical staff members in Las Vegas, one in Elko and two in Carson City.

Administrative Hearings are conducted in much the same manner as civil and criminal trials in which a judge issues the verdict.

• Witnesses testify under oath.
• Witnesses may be cross-examined.
• The judge may subpoena witnesses or evidence.
• The judge may consider physical evidence.
• The judge may consider settlement offers.
• The judge must consider all appropriate statutes, regulations and case law.
• The judge may or may not issue an immediate ruling, depending on the complexity of the case.
• Casual dress is acceptable, but dress should be appropriate for a court hearing.
• Abusive or disruptive behavior or any sign of intoxication will not be tolerated.
• There are no fees for the hearings.
• Hearings are open to the public and recorded on audio tape.

These offices are for administrative hearings only. If you are not seeking information on a hearing, please send an e-mail or call one of the main numbers as listed in Office Locations.