Can I do a slow pay to get my DL back in Nashville?

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Hey, so I got a DWI in 2018 and a moving violation, and my license is still suspended. I’m wondering if there’s a way to do a slow pay to get it back. Anyone know what I can do? I’m in Nashville, TN.

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Hey, yeah, you might be able to do a ‘slow pay.’ It’s a payment plan for fines you owe. Have you checked if you can use it in your case? I think Tennessee allows it if you’re eligible.

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Eli said:
Hey, yeah, you might be able to do a ‘slow pay.’ It’s a payment plan for fines you owe. Have you checked if you can use it in your case? I think Tennessee allows it if you’re eligible.

I’ve heard of slow pay before. It’s basically setting up a plan to pay off fines if you can’t pay it all at once. You might need to prove financial hardship too.

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@Dez
Oh, okay! That makes sense. How do you even start that process? Do you go through the court where the violation happened?

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Reeve said:
@Dez
Oh, okay! That makes sense. How do you even start that process? Do you go through the court where the violation happened?

Yeah, exactly. You’ll need to contact the court or agency handling your case and ask them about setting up a payment plan. They should have the details for you.

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Also, don’t forget about the SR-22 insurance thing. After a DWI, Tennessee requires you to file it. It’s a special kind of insurance that proves you’re covered.

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YukiJane said:
Also, don’t forget about the SR-22 insurance thing. After a DWI, Tennessee requires you to file it. It’s a special kind of insurance that proves you’re covered.

SR-22? What’s that? I don’t think I’ve heard of it before.

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@Neo
It’s basically a form of high-risk insurance. You’ll need it for 3-5 years after a DWI in TN. It’s to show you’re insured and meet state requirements.

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You also need to clear any court fines before getting your license back. Make sure you’ve paid everything off or set up a plan with the court.

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Skyler said:
You also need to clear any court fines before getting your license back. Make sure you’ve paid everything off or set up a plan with the court.

Yep, clearing fines is key. If you owe anything, that can delay your reinstatement. They’ll check all that before they approve you.

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Anyone know if Tennessee allows reinstatement if you don’t have all the programs (like alcohol education) done?

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Fay said:
Anyone know if Tennessee allows reinstatement if you don’t have all the programs (like alcohol education) done?

Nope, you gotta finish those programs before they’ll reinstate your license. They’ll ask for certificates showing you’ve completed everything.

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What’s the actual reinstatement fee? Does it vary or is there a set amount?

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Sammy said:
What’s the actual reinstatement fee? Does it vary or is there a set amount?

It varies depending on your case. You can use the online tool or just call the TN Department of Safety to find out the exact fee for your situation.