Illinois Driver's Handbook, Section 8: Revocation, Suspension, Denial and Cancellation
The difference between revocation, suspension, cancellation and denial, the offenses that cause them and special driving permits.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Illinois Rules of the Road (DSD A 112)
Key rules
- Revocation is indefinite (reapply after at least a year); suspension is temporary. p. 58
- Three traffic convictions in 12 months can suspend the license (two in 24 months under 21). p. 60