AA-137VW

The NY DMV form AA-137 serves as a formal notice of temporary driver license suspension and a scheduled administrative hearing for motorists who allegedly refused a chemical test, in violation of Section 1194 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law. The suspension typically begins on the date of arraignment and lasts for 15 days or until the hearing occurs. At the hearing, an administrative law judge determines if the motorist’s license should be revoked based on the arresting officer's report and testimony.

The document also includes a waiver section, allowing motorists to voluntarily forfeit their right to a hearing. By signing the waiver, the individual admits to the refusal, consents to the revocation of their driving privileges, and acknowledges that the officer's testimony would have met legal requirements. Choosing to waive the hearing results in immediate financial penalties, including a $500 civil penalty ($550 for commercial drivers) and a $750 driver responsibility assessment paid over three years. The form provides specific instructions for courts and law enforcement regarding the distribution of copies and the legal necessity of officer attendance at hearings.