Illinois SOS DAH IH 62 Form | Alcohol/Drug Evaluation Guide – If you are seeking reinstatement of driving privileges or a Restricted Driving Permit in Illinois and your case involves alcohol or drug-related issues that are not tied to a current DUI conviction, you may be required to submit Illinois Secretary of State Form DAH IH 62. This official form, known as the Illinois Petitioner Investigative Alcohol/Drug Evaluation, plays a critical role in the administrative hearing process managed by the Illinois Secretary of State’s Department of Administrative Hearings.
This guide explains what Form DAH IH 62 is, when it is required, who must complete it, what information it contains, and how U.S. drivers (including out-of-state petitioners) can properly obtain and use it. All information is drawn from official Illinois government sources.
What Is Illinois Form DAH IH 62?
Form DAH IH 62 is the official document used by the Illinois Secretary of State to report the results of an Investigative Alcohol/Drug Evaluation. Unlike the standard Alcohol/Drug Evaluation Uniform Report used after a DUI arrest, this investigative evaluation is required in specific non-DUI-related situations where the Secretary of State needs a professional assessment of a petitioner’s alcohol or drug use history and its potential impact on safe driving.
The current version of the form is designated DAH IH 62.7 and was printed under the authority of the State of Illinois in May 2023. It is a fillable PDF available directly from the Illinois Secretary of State.
Official download link: Download Illinois Form DAH IH 62 (PDF)
When Is Form DAH IH 62 Required?
According to the instructions on the form itself and Illinois administrative rules, Form DAH IH 62 must be completed only when required by the Secretary of State’s office. It applies when a petitioner’s current loss of driving privileges is not related to a DUI conviction, but other evidence indicates one or more of the following:
- A prior DUI disposition or any other conviction or loss of driving privileges within the last 10 years that was alcohol- or drug-related, and for which the petitioner did not (or was not required to) submit an Alcohol/Drug Evaluation to obtain driving relief.
- Credible evidence of any arrest or implied consent suspension for boating or snowmobiling under the influence within the last five years.
- An alcohol- or drug-related criminal record.
- Evidence that the petitioner may be a user of alcohol or other drugs to a degree that renders them incapable of safely operating a motor vehicle.
Out-of-state applicants seeking restoration of Illinois driving privileges who meet any of the above criteria must also submit an Investigative Alcohol/Drug Evaluation as part of their petition.
These requirements are outlined in the form instructions and supported by 92 Ill. Adm. Code § 1001.440.
Who Can Complete the Investigative Alcohol/Drug Evaluation?
The evaluation reported on Form DAH IH 62 must be performed by a service provider licensed by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (DSUPR). The provider must be qualified to evaluate the nature and extent of the petitioner’s past and current use of alcohol or other drugs.
The program completing the evaluation must meet the same standards required for preparing Uniform Reports. The form must be typed (illegible documents can delay or result in denial of the application), fully completed, and verified by the licensed evaluator.
What Information Does Form DAH IH 62 Require?
Under Illinois administrative rules (92 Ill. Adm. Code § 1001.440) and the form’s own instructions, an Investigative Alcohol/Drug Evaluation must include, at a minimum and when applicable:
- A complete chronological alcohol and drug use history from first use to the present, including frequency, type, amount, duration of patterns, frequency of intoxication, prior attempts at abstinence, and the first time alcohol/drug-related problems appeared.
- A recitation of symptoms of alcohol/drug abuse or related problems experienced throughout the use history (including a detailed checklist of symptoms such as blackouts, tolerance, withdrawal, relationship problems, and attempts to quit).
- Whether there is a history of alcoholism or drug addiction in the petitioner’s immediate family.
- History of any alcohol- or drug-related treatment, with documentation of the most recent treatment via a Treatment Verification Form and Discharge Summary when applicable.
- Any current significant physical, medical, emotional, or mental health problems and related treatment (supporting medical documentation may be required).
- Whether the petitioner is taking any prescription or over-the-counter medication that, alone or combined with alcohol or other drugs, might impair driving ability.
- A response to issues raised at the petitioner’s most recent hearing for driving relief and an assessment of whether additional treatment is warranted.
- A history of alcohol- and drug-related driving, boating, snowmobiling, and criminal offenses (including all DUI dispositions, regardless of jurisdiction).
- A clinical impression of what the evaluation data indicates, the rationale for that conclusion, and any recommendations with supporting rationale.
The evaluation must be corroborated by an interview with a significant other and the administration of an objective test. The evaluator must summarize this information and indicate whether it corroborates the petitioner’s data. The completed form must be printed on the official Department form and verified by the evaluator.
How to Download and Submit Form DAH IH 62?
The official fillable PDF is available directly from the Illinois Secretary of State:
https://www.ilsos.gov/content/dam/publications/pdf_publications/dah_ih62.pdf
You can also access it through the Administrative Hearings Publications and Forms page on the official Illinois Secretary of State website (ilsos.gov publications or the related cyberdriveillinois.com listings). Download the form to your computer and open it with Adobe Acrobat Reader for best results when filling in the fields.
All items on the form must be completed. Attach additional sheets if more space is needed, and clearly identify any direct quotes. Submit the completed evaluation with your hearing petition or as directed by the Department of Administrative Hearings.
Related Requirements for Alcohol- and Drug-Related Hearings
Even when using an Investigative Evaluation, petitioners should be prepared for the broader documentation requirements that apply to alcohol- and drug-related hearings. These can include (depending on the evaluator’s recommendations and risk classification):
- Proof of any recommended intervention or treatment (using forms such as the Illinois Petitioner Treatment Verification – DAH H 68).
- Updated evaluations if rehabilitative activity is recommended (until driving privileges are reinstated).
- Documentation of abstinence, support/recovery program involvement, or non-problematic use, typically through original letters signed and dated within 45 days of the hearing.
For full details on risk classifications (Minimal, Moderate, Significant, High Risk – Dependent, and High Risk – Non-Dependent) and required documents, visit the official Alcohol- and Drug-Related Hearings page on the Illinois Secretary of State website.
Tips for U.S. Petitioners Seeking Driving Relief in Illinois
Ensure your evaluation is current and completed by a properly licensed DSUPR provider. Incomplete or illegible paperwork is a common reason for delays or denials, and continuances are generally not granted for incomplete documentation. Out-of-state petitioners should carefully review the specific instructions on Form DAH IH 62 and any accompanying out-of-state reinstatement application materials.
Always verify the most current version of forms and requirements directly on the official Illinois Secretary of State website, as procedures can be updated.
Official Sources and Additional Resources
- Official Form DAH IH 62 PDF – Illinois Secretary of State
- Alcohol- and Drug-Related Hearings – Illinois Secretary of State
- Administrative Hearings Publications and Forms
- 92 Ill. Adm. Code § 1001.440 – Provisions for Alcohol and Drug Related Revocations, Suspensions, and Cancellations
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific guidance, consult the Illinois Secretary of State Department of Administrative Hearings or a qualified attorney familiar with Illinois driver’s license reinstatement procedures.