If your driver's license is suspended, when may you drive?

If your driver's license is suspended, you are generally not allowed to drive unless you obtain an essential need driver license (ENDL). This type of license is specifically issued in Texas to allow individuals to drive for vital activities like going to work, attending school, or seeking medical care. The essential need driver license is a legal tool that helps individuals maintain necessary daily functions despite a suspension.

In contrast, driving whenever you want, only during the day, or with a licensed driver present does not align with the legal requirements associated with a suspended license. Driving during these circumstances would still be considered operating a vehicle unlawfully, which can lead to further legal ramifications. Therefore, obtaining an essential need driver license is the proper avenue for legal driving during a suspension period.