Administrative Alcohol Arrests
A person arrested for driving with a blood alcohol content of .08 percent or higher is processed administratively as well as, criminally. Minors arrested or stopped with .020% or more blood alcohol content are also subject to the administrative sanctions under section 302.500 through 302.540.
The arresting officer completes and sends information to the Department of Revenue, including the following.
- Alcohol Influence Report form (AIR).
- Missouri Uniform Complaint and Summons, or warrant, if applicable.
- Notice of Suspension/Revocation of Driving Privilege and Temporary 15-Day Driving Permit (this will only be issued if the individual's license is taken).
- Missouri Driver License, if secured
Hearing Process
The driver has 15 days from the date of the arrest to request an administrative hearing. If requested, a hearing is scheduled by the Department of Revenue in the county of arrest or may be held by telephone.
In most cases, the administrative records are sufficient to serve as the arresting officer's testimony during the administrative hearing. In some instances, however, the arresting officer may be subpoenaed to appear.
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