Drivers Ed w/ a DUI on the record

[vvtestboy]

What is the name of your state? TX

I have a DUI from 20+ years ago. I'm now a fine, upstanding citizen and would like to teach my 15 yr old to drive. The DOT information shows that you can't be the registered parent teacher if you have a DUI on your record and does not hint at any exceptions. I've looked up the info on getting the conviction expunged and that does not look hopeful.

Has anyone run into this and found a way around it? I've been a pretty good example for the kid so far, I'd really like to do this with her.

thanksWhat is the name of your state?

[BigMistakeFl]

Do you hold a valid license yourself, or was it revoked?

I'm only seeing that the person in the passenger seat, (you for instance), must have a valid license. That means it can't be currently suspended for DUI or any other suspension offense.

Check the Texas code 521.222 closely, and I strongly recommend calling the DMV and posing your question to them directly to be completely certain before you proceed. You can make the call anonymously if you like. 512/424-2600

"An instruction permit allows a beginning driver to operate a vehicle with someone in the front seat that is 21 years of age or older and holds a valid license. The legal driving age in Texas is 15 years of age, no exceptions. Texas Transportation Code 521.222."

Taken from 521.222:
"d) An instruction permit entitles the holder to operate a
type of motor vehicle on a highway while:
(1) the permit is in the holder's possession; and
(2) the holder is accompanied by a person occupying
the seat[0] by the operator who:
(A) holds a license that qualifies the operator
to operate that type of vehicle;
(B) is 21 years of age or older; and
(C) has at least one year of driving experience.

[vvtestboy]

Curtis581 - Yes there was a number there (actually the DPS web site) and the very helpful clerk was able to point me to the information I had already pulled up. But thank you for your well thought out and extremely helpful post. I hope I didn't pull you away from some other important research.


BigMistakeFl - I've got a valid license, it was never suspended. The rules seem pretty cut and dried but before I sent her off to drivers ed school I just wanted to see if anyone had any type of experience or knowledge regarding this situation... from the web site

"The instructor cannot have a conviction (including a probated sentence) of criminally negligent homicide or driving while intoxicated. The instructor's license may not be suspended, revoked, or forfeited in the past three years for traffic related violations. Furthermore, the instructor may not be disabled due to mental illness. Questions as to mental stability will be forwarded to the Medical Advisory Board for determination.

It is the responsibility of the instructor to check both their criminal and driver records prior to requesting the packet. The Department will not check the instructor's record until issuance of the instruction permit or provisional driver license to the student. If at that time it is determined that the instructor has a prohibited conviction the instruction permit or provisional driver license will be denied and all prior classroom or behind the wheel/in car instruction credit is invalid."

[BigMistakeFl]

Gotcha. If it were me, I'd call the number I posted previously and get an official opinion from the DMV.

You want to teach your child, you don't want to have a surprise and be turned down for your very old DUI.

[xylene]

You can supervise your son while he is on an instructional permit.

You cannot be the INSTRUCTOR for the Parent Taught Driver Education program.

I would urge you to pay the small amount of money for professional drivers education for your son.

While I am sure that you are fine driver, even if you are in fact a professional driving trainer there is no way you could convey what a pro could, esp to to your own child.

I would advise that even if you were not barred by conviction. Don't let your pride hamper the opportunity to give your son the lifetime gift of excellent driver training. IN FACT, you could even do the advanced portions of the course together. You might be surprised at the interesting things you learn (or forgot)