Adding grievance and appellate procedures for individuals participating in DMV safety and treatment program

Senate Bill 98 (SB 98) adds formal grievance and appellate procedures for individuals participating in West Virginia’s Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Safety and Treatment Program and Alcohol and Drug Test and Lock Program. It directly affects drivers whose licenses were suspended or revoked for DUI/DWI offenses and who are enrolled in these programs. Key provisions include requiring the DMV to establish clear appeal processes for participants, prohibiting the DMV from imposing minimum driving time/mileage requirements, and mandating that participants who meet specific criteria be reinstated at no cost if previously removed for failing program requirements. The bill also authorizes the DMV commissioner to create emergency rules and requires annual reporting on program participation and costs.