Drivers can lose their licenses for a variety of reasons. For example, California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will suspend a license for:

Not having car insurance.
Being convicted for driving under the influence.
Failing to pay child support.
Drinking while underage.

Taking a hard stance against driving under the influence, every state in the country has agreed to strict penalties for anyone found driving with a blood alcohol content of .08 or more, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For example, the California DMV states that first-time offenders who fail breath or chemical tests in California can have their licenses suspended for four months. A second offense may result in a one-year suspension. Similarly, Michigan drivers face up to a year suspension for a first conviction under their anti-drunk and drugged driving laws, according to the Michigan State Police. A second offense requires jail time and/or community service, while a third offense will be treated as a felony.

For information on your state's laws, check with your secretary of state or department of motor vehicles. The Governors Highway Safety Association also provides a full list of rules by state.