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      • Assault & Battery
      • Domestic Violence / Spousal Abuse
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      • Murder / Manslaughter
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      • False Statements
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      • Drunk Driving
      • Hit-and-Run
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      • Embezzlement
      • Forgery
      • Fraud
      • Receiving Stolen Property
      • Theft / Shoplifting
    • Sex Crimes
      • Child Pornography
      • Lewd Conduct / Solicitation
      • Sex Offenses / Rape / Molestation
    • Internet Offenses
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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.

Violent Crimes

  • Assault & Battery
  • Domestic Violence / Spousal Abuse
  • Guns & Weapons
  • Murder / Manslaughter

Federal Crimes

  • False Statements
  • Money Laundering
  • White Collar Crime
  • Immigration Fraud

Drug Crimes

  • Drug Possession
  • Drug Trafficking

Vehicle Crimes

  • Driving with a Suspended License
  • Drunk Driving
  • Hit-and-Run

Theft Crimes

  • Embezzlement
  • Forgery
  • Fraud
  • Receiving Stolen Property
  • Theft / Shoplifting

Sex Crimes

  • Child Pornography
  • Lewd Conduct / Solicitation
  • Sex Offenses / Rape / Molestation

Internet Offenses

 

Probation Violations

 

Juvenile Crimes

 

Healthcare Professional License Defense

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