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SR-22 Lapse Suspension
Your insurer filed an SR-26 cancellation and the MAU re-suspended your license. We can help coordinate a new SR-22 filing and identify the administrative steps related to the hold.
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License Reinstatement · California
Need help understanding the MAU? Start with a clear reinstatement plan.
The Mandatory Actions Unit handles important DUI-related licensing requirements. We help organize your notices, insurance filing, program and IID requirements, and the administrative steps that may apply to reinstatement.
Same-day SR-22IID coordinationBilingual — EN / ESClear next steps
MAU Direct Line
(916) 657-6525
The MAU, at a glance
A practical reference for understanding common MAU contact points and reinstatement requirements.
I — Phone
(916) 657-6525
Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM PST
Best window: Tue–Thu, 8–9 AM
II — Mailing Address
By post
DMV Mandatory Actions Unit
PO Box 942890
Sacramento, CA 94290
III — Key Forms
Three to know
DL-4006 — Reinstatement
DL-4062 — Out-of-State
SR-22 — Proof of Insurance
“We help organize the MAU requirements so you know what comes next.”
BBB Accredited
What We Resolve
Six common MAU issues that can delay reinstatement
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IID Compliance Issues
Lockout violations, missed service appointments, or tamper alerts on your device. We help organize the compliance information and identify the next administrative steps.
03
Reinstatement Rejected
Missing DUI program certificate, incorrect SR-22 filing, unpaid fees, or outstanding warrants. We help identify the missing requirement and organize the next step.
04
Out-of-State Complications
Moved out of California with a DUI hold? The interstate process is confusing. We help identify California requirements and the documentation that may be needed for an out-of-state situation.
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Can’t Reach the MAU
Hold times averaging 60–90 minutes, dropped calls, a confusing automated menu. We help you understand the available contact channels and organize what to ask about your case.
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Unclear Requirements
Not sure what the MAU needs from you? We review available information and help build a clear checklist of outstanding requirements and deadlines.
How We Help
Three steps. One clearer roadmap.
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Free Case Review
Tell us your situation — offense details, current suspension status, what you’ve already done. We review the information and documents you provide to help identify where you are in the administrative process.
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Clear Requirements
Organize the requirements that may apply, including SR-22 filing, DUI program enrollment, IID-related steps, fees, and DMV documentation.
III
License Reinstated
Get support completing the administrative steps that apply and confirming what remains before the DMV can process reinstatement.
Important
We are trained DMV Administrative Per Se (APS) hearing advocates — not attorneys. We do not provide legal representation. For criminal DUI defense, consult a licensed attorney.
Free Case Evaluation
Start with sixty seconds
⚖️ Important: We are trained DMV Administrative Per Se (APS) hearing advocates — not attorneys. We do not provide legal representation. For criminal DUI defense, consult a licensed attorney.
Free Case Evaluation
Takes 60 seconds • 100% confidential
What type of DMV hearing do you need?
Select the one that best matches your situation
Questions
Asked, answered
What does MAU stand for?
Mandatory Actions Unit — the division of the California DMV that administers license suspensions tied to DUI and other mandatory actions, and processes reinstatements once every requirement is satisfied.
Why can’t I get through to the MAU by phone?
There is one direct line — (916) 657-6525, Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM — and hold times routinely run 60–90 minutes, with dropped calls common. The best window is Tue–Thu, 8–9 AM. We maintain direct contacts so your case doesn’t depend on the queue.
How much does license reinstatement cost?
It varies by case: DMV reissue fees, SR-22 insurance filing, DUI program enrollment, and IID costs where required. Your free case review comes first — we map every cost before you commit to anything.
How long does reinstatement take?
It depends on which requirements are still outstanding. Once your SR-22 is filed — same-day, in our case — and every requirement is verified with the MAU, we push processing through as quickly as the DMV allows.
Can you file my SR-22 for me?
Yes. We can coordinate SR-22 filing through licensed insurance professionals and help you understand how the filing fits into the reinstatement process.
What if I have multiple DUI offenses?
Multiple offenses mean longer suspension periods and added requirements — an extended DUI program and IID installation among them. We pull your full DMV record and map every requirement so nothing is missed.