How to Fill Out Form DL 691

Form DL 691 at a glance

What it is: DL 691 is the application for a non-commercial restricted driver license for financial responsibility actions.

Who signs: Part D, APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION: fill in the DATE and sign on the SIGNATURE line.

Vehicle Code Sections 16072, 16073, and 16077 allow for a non-commercial restricted driver license when your driving privilege is suspended under the Financial Responsibility Law because of an uninsured accident.

A filled-in Form DL 691 example: a driver asks to drive to work

Form DL 691 example filled out, example: a driver asks to drive to work
Dana Sample applies for a restricted license on form DL 691. Dana drives to and from work, so Part A is checked and Parts B and C stay empty. The picture shows page 1, and all its values are invented.

How to fill out Form DL 691, box by box

Applicant information

Form DL 691 example filled out, applicant information

Complete the Applicant Information, the parts of this application, A, B or C, that match the restriction(s) you request, and Part D.

Fill in APPLICANT'S NAME and DRIVER LICENSE NUMBER.

Fill in ADDRESS, TELEPHONE NUMBER, CITY, STATE and ZIP CODE.

Part A, to, from and during employment

Form DL 691 example filled out, part A, to, from and during employment

Check the box for Part A to apply for a non-commercial license restriction to drive to and from your place of employment, and/or during your employment, when the type of vehicle being operated does not require a Class A, B, or commercial Class C license. NOTE (1): This restriction allows driving of any insured vehicle to and from your job, and/or on the job.

The restriction covers driving both to and from work and on the job, and lets you drive vehicles registered in your own name as well as other insured vehicles.

Part B, school transportation for a dependent minor

Form DL 691 example filled out, part B, school transportation for a dependent minor

Check the box for Part B to apply for a restriction to drive your minor dependent from home to school and from school to home, because no public or school bus transportation is available.

Complete the name and grade level of the child living in your home.

The school principal or administrator is to complete this portion of Part B: the principal or administrator certifies that, to the best of their knowledge and belief, no form of public transportation or school bus is available between the applicant's residence and this school.

This restriction is available only for Kindergarten through 12th grade pupils under the age of 18.

It does not cover daycare, preschool, or after-school activities. It also does not cover the transportation of college, university or other post-high school students, regardless of age, or students driving themselves.

Part C, medical treatment

Form DL 691 example filled out, part C, medical treatment

Check the box for the restriction requested, and the box showing whether you need to drive yourself, a family member, or both self and family to and from treatment: for driving, check only one box, Self (51), Family Member (91) or Both Self and Family Member (51 & 91).

Complete Section 1 if you are requesting a restriction to drive a family member (your spouse, child, other relative, or another person who lives with you) to and from medical treatments for a health problem requiring more than one (1) treatment appointment.

Fill in PATIENT'S NAME, PATIENT'S RELATIONSHIP TO DRIVER, TYPE OF HEALTH PROBLEM, NAME OF TREATMENT CENTER, HOSPITAL, OR MEDICAL FACILITY, ADDRESS, CITY, STATE and ZIP CODE.

Complete Section 2 if requesting a restriction to drive yourself to and from medical treatments for a health problem requiring more than one (1) treatment.

Section 2, MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION (Complete only if you will be driving yourself to and from treatment): I authorize my practitioner, hospital, or medical facility to release to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), its agents, or employees information and records relating to my physical and/or mental condition, both verbally and in writing. I agree to pay for any expense involved in releasing the records.

Complete only if you will be driving yourself to and from treatment: fill in the DATE and MEDICAL RECORD/FILE NUMBER lines and sign the SIGNATURE line, which authorizes your practitioner, hospital, or medical facility to release information and records to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), its agents, or employees.

Have your medical practitioner (a licensed physician; surgeon; dentist; psychiatrist; psychologist; clinical social worker; marriage, family and child counselor; or other licensed health care professional) complete Section 3.

Part D, applicant's certification

Form DL 691 example filled out, part D, applicant's certification

Part D, APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION: "I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct."

Part D, APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION: fill in the DATE and sign on the SIGNATURE line.

More rules for Form DL 691

(2) This proof is not required if you will be driving only as permitted under the Exemption from Suspension.

Except for commercial drivers (unless they downgrade to a non-commercial Class C or M license), VC Section 16073 allows persons employed as drivers to operate non-commercial vehicles not registered in their names while on the job. This exemption from the FR suspension does not authorize driving to or from the job site. The exemption is automatic, it does not require an application, penalty fee or proof.

You will receive notice by mail if additional medical information, or a reexamination, is necessary.

For faster service, call ahead for an appointment.

Common questions about Form DL 691

Is there a deadline?

Restrictions last one year from the suspension date, and must be approved by DMV.

Where do I file it?

The restricted license allows you to drive yourself or a passenger (a child under age 18 or other members of your household, depending on the restriction requested) when you meet the following requirements. File a California Insurance Proof (form SR 22/SR 1P), and keep it on file for a total of four (4) years from the suspension effective date. Take this application, the $250 penalty fee, the SR 22/SR 1P insurance, and the reissue fee, if due, to your local DMV (checked October 31, 2026).

Are there fees?

Pay a single $250 penalty fee for any or all of the restrictions. The fee is due in a single payment (checked October 31, 2026). This fee is not due if you will only be driving your employer's vehicles during your employment as a driver. Pay a reissue fee, if due. The fee is not due on the Financial Responsibility [FR] suspension if the restriction application is completed and approved before the suspension starts.

Sources

[1] Form DL 691 (REV. 12/2007), Application for Non-Commercial Restricted Driver License for Financial Responsibility Actions, California Department of Motor Vehicles (the Official source link on this page).

Dl 691 Form PDF Details

Individuals facing certain financial responsibility actions that lead to the suspension of their driving privileges may find a solution through the DL 691 form. This essential document serves as an application for a non-commercial restricted driver license, offering a lifeline for those who must drive as a crucial part of their daily lives. The form is meticulously designed to cater to various needs, such as commuting to and from the workplace, transporting dependents to school when public or school bus services are unavailable, or attending necessary medical treatments. It outlines specific parts for applicants to complete, including personal information, details of the required restriction, and certification by the relevant authority, such as a school principal or medical practitioner. Notably, the DL 691 form is structured to ensure that applicants can apply for permissions that align with their unique circumstances, thereby providing a tailored approach to maintaining some level of driving privileges. Furthermore, the completion of this form is accompanied by a series of requirements including the payment of a penalty fee, submission of an insurance proof certificate, and possibly a reissue fee, underlining the regulated and formal process managed by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Through this framework, the DL 691 form stands as a critical tool for individuals navigating the complexities of financial responsibility actions, ensuring they can continue essential daily activities legally and safely.

QuestionAnswer
Form NameDl 691 Form
Form Length2 pages
Fillable?No
Fillable fields0
Avg. time to fill out30 sec
Other namesca dmv restricted, ca restricted, dl 691, california restricted