ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING INFORMATION

At the hearing, a hearing officer will outline the procedure, examine the state's records, and inquire if you have any questions. Witnesses, if any, will be sworn in and their testimonies recorded, providing you the chance to argue your case. The hearing officer might pose questions during this process. Once all evidence has been considered, the hearing will conclude. The officer, after deliberation, will issue a decision, which will be sent to you and your lawyer if you have one. Decisions are based on the balance of evidence. Should the outcome favor you, any proposed suspension or annulment of your license will be avoided. Conversely, if the decision is not in your favor, any suspension or annulment will proceed for a duration determined by your driving history.

You will be sent a notice detailing the date and time of your hearing. On the back of this notice, there is a section titled "notice of policy," which outlines important information regarding evidence, subpoenas, records, and the possibility of postponing the hearing. It's important to thoroughly review this document. Additionally, for certain hearings, your notice may include a section at the bottom designated as a "temporary license," which you can detach and use as a provisional driver's license. If your notice explicitly states "no temporary license," you are not permitted to drive. Should you have any inquiries about the temporary license, reaching out to Anchorage Driver Services is recommended.

Should you request a hearing but do not attend or respond to the hearing notice, you will forfeit your right to the hearing, and the suspension or cancellation of your license will be enforced immediately.

To appeal a decision to the Superior Court in Alaska, follow these steps based on the guidelines found in the document:

1. Notice of Appeal: File a Notice of Appeal form with the court that made the decision you are appealing. This must be done within 30 days of the decision.

2. Filing Fee: Pay the required filing fee or submit a request for a fee waiver if you cannot afford the fee.

3. Prepare and Serve Documents: Prepare the necessary documents for your appeal, including a statement of points on appeal, and serve them on the opposing party.

4. Transcript of Proceedings: If your appeal requires a transcript of the court proceedings, order it from the court reporter. You must notify the court and the opposing party that you have ordered the transcript.

5. Briefs: Write and file your appellate brief, outlining your arguments and supporting evidence. The opposing party may file a response brief.

6. Oral Argument: You may request an oral argument before the Superior Court, but it is not mandatory.

7. Decision: After reviewing the submitted materials and the oral argument (if any), the Superior Court will make a decision on your appeal.

For detailed instructions, forms, and further information, refer to the official document at public.courts.alaska.gov/web/forms/docs/ap-220.pdf.

• Be prepared.
• Write down the points you want to cover in your testimony.
• Gather your written evidence together and mail copies to the hearing office to arrive at least 10 days before the hearing.
• Talk to your witness(es) as soon as possible.
• During the hearing, don't try to testify until it is your turn.
• Don't interrupt those who are testifying.
• When you testify, tell the truth.
• Don't guess if you are not sure.
• Try not to repeat yourself.
• Make sure the evidence you present concerns the issues.
• Don't argue or get angry during the hearing; you will do a much better job of presenting your case if you stay calm.
• Participate in the hearing.
• Exercise your rights. It is your chance to tell your side of the story.

If you choose not to challenge the revocation of your license, there's no necessity to request a hearing. Instead, you can apply for a limited license through one of the following methods:

• For DUI-related suspensions, use the DUI Limited License Application (Form 404).
• For suspensions due to mandatory insurance requirements, utilize the Mandatory Insurance Suspension Limited License Application (Form 507).