But I have a question. Can the DMV give me a conditional license, perhaps?
Yes. The DMV can issue a conditional license to a qualified driver whose NY State license has been suspended or revoked because of an alcohol or drug-related violation. The driver must attend a Impaired Driver Program (IDP) previously known as Drinking Driving Program (DDP) approved by the DMV.
And what about a restricted use license?
The DMV can issue a restricted use license to a driver who qualifies and whose license is suspended or revoked because of violations or incidents that are not alcohol or drug-related, or because of some drug-related violations.