DWI case dismissed... what can be done about the BMW fee?

[mokey000]

What is the name of your state? OH


I have a dismissal hearing this Wednesday and if my case 'happens' to get dropped is there a way to appeal the BMV's $425 reinstatement fee?

 

[mokey000]

I guess I should have done a little more research but I read on here that the BMV is a separate battle from the courts.

I found this though on the Ohio BMV website which I am assuming is reliable...

Cause: Operating a vehicle with a prohibited alcohol concentration or drug of abuse and with no prior OVI's within the last six years on the driving record.

Length of Suspension: Determined by the Court. If no suspension period is assessed, no reinstatement fee is required.

Limited Driving Privileges: Driver may file a petition for limited driving privileges in the municipal, county, mayor's, or in the case of a minor, juvenile court that has jurisdiction over the place of arrest. (Section 4510.021 O.R.C.)

Reinstatement Requirements:

Serve the court imposed suspension.

Pay Reinstatement Fee: See Reinstatement Fee List for required fee amount.

Show Proof of Insurance by forwarding the proper documentation to:

It says that if there is no suspension assigned by the court(which is it was dismissed there wouldnt be) then there is no fee for reinstatement. Am I missing something or did I just answer my own question?