Reinstatement Fee Amnesty Initiative

A Barnes-sponsored bill goes into effect Jan. 31, 2019, that creates a temporary 6-month program that requires the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to reduce or waive driver's license reinstatement fees for offenders whose driver's licenses have been suspended for specific offenses 

According to the Ohio Legislative Service Commission, there are 25 offenses eligible for the reduction/waiver. 

Offenses involving alcohol, drugs or a deadly weapon are not eligible. 

Applicants must have completed all court-ordered sanctions related to the offense other than payment of the reinstatement fees. Additionally, at least 18 months must have passed since the end of the period of the court-ordered suspension. Those able to provide proof of indigence will qualify for a complete amnesty of reinstatement fees  

Those interested in applying must complete BMV form 2829, a BMV Reinstatement Fee Amnesty Application. Those forms can be obtained at the local Deputy Registrar, online at www.bmv.ohio.gov or mailed by calling 614-752-750.