Sec. 53-701. Administrative appeal of certain denials.

A person may appeal to the Director from a decision of the Department refusing to issue or renew a driver identification card or license, including the opportunity to compete for a license under the lottery procedures of this Chapter because of a lack of qualifications.

An appeal must be filed in writing within 15 days after the Director sends the person a written decision. If the appellant requests a hearing, the Director must provide an opportunity for a hearing under Chapter 2A.

The decision of the Director under this Section is final administrative action for purposes of judicial review.