{"id":7576,"date":"2020-10-21T12:10:48","date_gmt":"2020-10-21T12:10:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/?p=7576"},"modified":"2020-10-21T12:10:48","modified_gmt":"2020-10-21T12:10:48","slug":"caught-driving-on-a-suspended-or-revoked-license","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/caught-driving-on-a-suspended-or-revoked-license\/","title":{"rendered":"Caught Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re caught driving with a suspended license in California, you can face penalties such as paying fines or serving jail time. If it\u2019s not your first offense, you can also receive an additional sentence as a repeat offender. To avoid such complications, you should familiarize yourself with the conditions for suspension as well as your legal defenses against any unconstitutional reinstatement conditions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Rationale_for_License_Revocation\"><\/span><b>The Rationale for License Revocation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662aedd348a97\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662aedd348a97\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/caught-driving-on-a-suspended-or-revoked-license\/#The_Rationale_for_License_Revocation\" title=\"The Rationale for License Revocation\">The Rationale for License Revocation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/caught-driving-on-a-suspended-or-revoked-license\/#Reasons_Behind_SuspendedRevoked_Licenses\" title=\"Reasons Behind Suspended\/Revoked Licenses\">Reasons Behind Suspended\/Revoked Licenses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/caught-driving-on-a-suspended-or-revoked-license\/#Suspension_of_Drivers_License\" title=\"Suspension of Driver\u2019s License\">Suspension of Driver\u2019s License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/caught-driving-on-a-suspended-or-revoked-license\/#Reinstatement_Conditions\" title=\"Reinstatement Conditions\">Reinstatement Conditions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Although certain states suspend drivers\u2019 license as a penalty for non-driving offenses (such as missing child support payments), almost all states impose license revocation on motorists with traffic violations and convictions.<br \/>\nA license is suspended to ensure that public roads remain safe from otherwise reckless driving. If a police officer suspects that you are driving without a license, they can only stop your car if there is any reason to believe that you are also breaking another traffic rule, such as going beyond the speed limit or negligent driving.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_Behind_SuspendedRevoked_Licenses\"><\/span><b>Reasons Behind Suspended\/Revoked Licenses<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7577 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/suspended-license.jpg\" alt=\"suspended license\" width=\"338\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/suspended-license.jpg 338w, https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/suspended-license-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/suspended-license-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 338px) 100vw, 338px\" \/>If a motorist commits any of the following driving-related offenses, he or she may lose driving privileges through the suspension of his or her license.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">driving while intoxicated (DWI)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">racing or speeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hit-and-run offense<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you want a full list of other traffic violations and need someone to fight for your case, get in touch with <a href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">California&#8217;s hardest-fighting law firm<\/span><\/a>. Certain states use a point system when monitoring commuter traffic violations. For every conviction, the Department of Motor Vehicles places certain bad points on a driver&#8217;s record. If you have accumulated a certain number of points, your license will be revoked.<\/p>\n<p>But sometimes, your license can be suspended for medical and family reasons. For instance, when motor vehicle owners suffer an injury that affects their visual capacity or motor function, their license may be suspended. Other grounds for license suspension may also be that the license owner was missing child support obligation or is guilty of letting a minor unlawfully possess alcohol.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suspension_of_Drivers_License\"><\/span><b>Suspension of Driver\u2019s License<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The authorities who are granted the power to revoke licenses vary between states. A majority of the issue is handled by the court or state agency.<\/p>\n<p>After the license has been suspended, motorists may apply for a restricted license. This gives them certain driving rights while the suspension still holds. One specific example is the occupational restricted license. This type of license gives you the privilege to drive to certain areas such as your workplace, school, or site for community service. It is still considered restricted since you will only have permission to drive on certain days and hours of each day.<\/p>\n<p>If the reason for your license suspension is alcohol-related, you may opt for an ignition interlock device restricted license or IID. The installed IID will analyze your breath for any evidence of alcohol.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reinstatement_Conditions\"><\/span><b>Reinstatement Conditions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You cannot just apply for a new license when your previous driver\u2019s license has been revoked or suspended. Instead, you will have to wait out your period of revocation and then apply for license reinstatement.<br \/>\nTo be eligible for reinstatement, you must show a record of being treated for drug or alcohol addiction and establish proof of financial ability. On top of those, you should be current on your child support arrears and pay the reinstatement fee. The official commencement of the suspension period is usually granted by the court or your regulating agency.<\/p>\n<p>If your license has been revoked, then you may only apply for a new license after your revocation period is over. It is possible for any of the above qualifying conditions to be challenged by the state although in most cases, the statutes are upheld.<\/p>\n<p>If you believe the condition for your reinstatement is unlawful, you have the right to challenge that condition while you are still in suspension. Seek the help of an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/criminal-defense-attorney\/upland-dui-attorneys\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DUI attorney<\/span><\/a> to handle your traffic crime.<\/p>\n<p>Some drivers make the mistake of resuming driving even without a valid license and as a result, face additional traffic crime charges. If you suffer another criminal charge, you will need to <a href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">consult with a criminal defense attorney<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to handle your case.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/wefight4you.com\/\"><b>Law Offices of Marc Grossman<\/b><\/a> offers a free consultation with one of their DUI attorneys or traffic lawyers if you require legal counsel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re caught driving with a suspended license in California, you can face penalties such as paying fines or serving jail time. If it\u2019s not your first offense, you can also receive an additional sentence as a repeat offender. 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