(1) The Division may issue a person a restricted
probationary license in lieu of suspension of driving privilege for 6 months
upon conviction or forfeiture of bail or collateral not vacated for the offense
of driving or being in control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs for the first time in 5 years as detailed in section 61-5-208
MCA if:
(a) the judge of the court in which the
conviction or forfeiture occurred recommends probation, and
(b) the licensee continues to comply with the
alcohol treatment program or driver improvement school participation directed
by the court.
(2) The
Division may issue a restricted probationary license in lieu of suspension or
revocation to any person, not covered in subsection (1) , whose license or
permission to operate a motor vehicle in Montana is subject to suspension or
revocation if:
(a) the licensee is eligible for the Driver
Rehabilitation Program under ARM 23.3.203 through 23.3.205, and
(b) the licensee enrolls and continues to participate in the Driver
Rehabilitation Program.
(3) If a
probationary licensee fails to continue to comply with the requirements for
issuance of his or her probationary license or the restrictions thereon, the
Division shall require the return of the person's probationary license and
shall reinstate the full term of the originally authorized suspension or
revocation.
(4) If a
probationary licensee is convicted of or forfeits bail or collateral on any
traffic violation during the period of suspension or revocation, the Division
shall require the return of the person's probationary license and shall
reinstate the full term of the originally authorized suspension or revocation.