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title: "Why do Rhode Island hardship license petitions get denied?"
description: "Common denial reasons: weak employer documentation, public transit alternatives the magistrate believes are workable, missing ignition interlock when required, prior DUI offenses, or pending..."
url: https://riduiguy.com/faq-items/why-do-rhode-island-hardship-license-petitions-get-denied/
date: 2026-05-23
modified: 2026-05-23
author: "The RI DUI Guy"
type: faq
lang: en
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# Why do Rhode Island hardship license petitions get denied?

Common denial reasons: weak employer documentation, public transit alternatives the magistrate believes are workable, missing ignition interlock when required, prior DUI offenses, or pending unresolved refusal cases. A strong petition documents specific hours and routes, an employer letter on letterhead, and full compliance with all reinstatement conditions to date.

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