The Hood County Attorney's Office reviews and approves all occupational license petitions filed in the JP courts and the Hood County Court at Law.
An occupational license, also called an essential need license, is a special type of restricted license issued to individuals whose driver license has been suspended, revoked or denied for certain offenses other than medical or delinquent child support.
NOTE: Individuals may still qualify for an occupational license even if their driver license has been suspended for surcharges.
An occupational license authorizes the operation of a non-commercial motor vehicle in connection with an individual’s:
- Work,
- School-related activities, or
- Performance of essential household duties.
If you have applied for an occupational driver's license and the Court's order requires you to attend a program designed to provide counseling and rehabilitation services to persons for alcohol dependence, please contact Marisa Rebelloso at (817) 579-1120 ext. 5422 for course information.
Hood County Attorney's Office Directions for Occupational Licenses
DPS Information on Occupational Licenses
Subchapter L, Texas Transportation Code