Driving with a Suspended License

What is Driving with a Suspended License?

Driving is a privilege, not a right. The right to hold a driver’s license may be suspended if the driver commits certain crimes. A license may be suspended by either the DMV or the court.

There are a number of offenses that may lead to a suspended license, including driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, reckless driving, or some disability that prevents the person from driving safely. Once a person’s license has been suspended, driving with a suspended license is considered a crime.

Once a license has been suspended, the person will need to apply for a new driver’s license at the conclusion of the suspension period.

What are the consequences of Driving with a Suspended License?

Penalties for driving with a suspended license may vary depending on the reason the license was suspended, and the reason the person was driving. Penalties may include fines and/or jail time.

What are some defenses to a charge of Driving with a Suspended License?

Possible defenses for a charge of driving with a suspended license include:

• The person was unaware that their license was suspended.
• The person was unaware that they needed to apply for a new license at the end of the suspension period.
• The license was not actually suspended, and it was erroneously  entered into the system.
• The situation was an emergency (for example, a passenger needed urgent medical attention)

Contacting a criminal defense lawyer in Los Angeles

If you are accused of driving with a suspended license, you should contact Ken Behzadi immediately to learn more about your rights, your defenses, and the legal system process.