License action based on alleged test refusal
License action based on alleged test refusal is usually controlled by a motor-vehicle agency notice or order. Start with the exact document rather than a nationwide deadline or penalty chart.
Documents to locate
- Implied-consent/refusal notice
- Officer report
- Audio/video if available
- Hearing instructions
- License order
Questions to verify
- What conduct is alleged to be a refusal?
- What warning or procedure does local law require?
- Is the refusal license case separate from the criminal charge?
Keep court and license files separate
The driver-license process can be separate from the criminal prosecution. Keep agency notices, hearing records, and reinstatement proof in a distinct file unless local counsel tells you to combine them.