What is the Petition for Occupational Driver’s License?

It asks a court to order an occupational driver’s license and provides space to explain the petitioner’s suspension, essential driving needs, and requested schedule.

What supporting items does the petition list?

The form lists a certified driver’s license record abstract, an SR-22 from the insurance company, and proof of need to drive, such as an employer letter or school schedule.

Do I need a notary for the Petition for Occupational Driver’s License?

No. The petition includes an unsworn declaration signed under penalty of perjury. The listed proof may include a sworn affidavit explaining the need to drive.

Rockwall County, TX · Rockwall County

No notary required

Petition for Occupational Driver’s License

This petition lets a person ask a Texas court for an occupational driver’s license and describe the reasons and schedule they need to drive.

At a glance

Issued by: City of Rockwall County · Rockwall County, Rockwall County, Texas
Notarization: Not required: file this form without a notary.
Official source: rockwallcountytexas.com
Blank form: Download the PDF
Catalogued: Oct 5, 2026
Machine-readable: JSON record · about the forms index

What this form is

The petitioner uses this form to ask the court to order an occupational driver’s license and provide information about their identity, license suspension, driving needs, and requested schedule. It also includes an order for the court to complete and lists supporting items to attach, including a certified driver’s license record abstract, SR-22 insurance proof, and proof of need to drive.

Who needs it

A person asking a Texas court for an occupational driver’s license completes the petition and provides information about their driving needs.

How to submit it

Submit the petition to the court clerk; the form does not provide a filing address, email, portal, or fee. The clerk sends certified copies to the Texas Department of Public Safety upon approval.

About notarization

The petition is signed with an unsworn declaration, not a notary; listed proof may include a sworn affidavit explaining the need to drive.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Petition
Download the occupational driver’s license petition PDF.
2
Complete the Petition
Fill in your personal and driver’s license information, explain your suspension, and describe your need and requested driving schedule.
3
Gather Supporting Items
Gather the certified driver’s license record abstract, SR-22 insurance proof, and proof of need to drive listed on the form.
4
Sign and Submit
Sign the petition and unsworn declaration, then submit the form and supporting items to the court clerk.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Petition for Occupational Driver’s License?: It asks a court to order an occupational driver’s license and provides space to explain the petitioner’s suspension, essential driving needs, and requested schedule.
What supporting items does the petition list?: The form lists a certified driver’s license record abstract, an SR-22 from the insurance company, and proof of need to drive, such as an employer letter or school schedule.
Do I need a notary for the Petition for Occupational Driver’s License?: No. The petition includes an unsworn declaration signed under penalty of perjury. The listed proof may include a sworn affidavit explaining the need to drive.
How do I submit the Petition for Occupational Driver’s License?: Submit it to the court clerk. The form does not give a filing address, email, portal, or fee; the clerk sends certified copies to the Texas Department of Public Safety upon approval.

Need something notarized?

This Petition for Occupational Driver’s License doesn’t need a notary, but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.