We all take things for granted; no matter what anyone says, there is something each one of us takes for granted every day. For example, we take our freedom for granted. Many people are unable to experience the same freedoms we have because they are in jail, prison, or live in an intolerant country. We have a lot to be thankful for, but what happens when something awful happens? What happens when we get in trouble with the law? Luckily, criminal lawyer Lisa Pelosi, is on your side. In trouble with drugs or have a DUI? Lisa Pelosi, an experienced and trustworthy attorney, can help. If you are in trouble with the law or know someone who is, contact a New York defense lawyer.
Once you’ve had a DUI, have been caught speeding, or engaged in drugs while driving, your license will be suspended. It might be tempting to drive even though your license may be suspended; however, you should try to refrain from breaking the law further. Read a little bit about what can happen if you are caught driving with a suspended license.
When Driving With A Suspended License
If you are caught driving while you have a suspended license, depending on the situation, you can be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. Usually, you may be charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. This misdemeanor may be a fine of up to $500 or 30 days in jail. You can also be charged with a second-degree aggravated unlicensed operations of a motor vehicle. This can result in a fine of up to $1000 and up to 180 days in jail or probation. You intoxication level can help determine what charges you will be charged with. If you are driving while under the influence or have prior convictions, you will be charged with first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the first degree. This is a felony and can result in a fine of up to $5,000, incarceration, or probation. The key takeaway here is: don’t drive when you have a suspended license, especially if you are intoxicated.
After Your License Is Suspended
Once your license is suspended or revoked, there are some hoops you have to jump through. On one hand, you may get very lucky because of certain factors that can help you have a shorter time frame of spending time without a license. On the other hand, you may have a very long time until you can legally drive again. Once your period of suspension is finished, you have to pay a reinstatement fee or other requirements to legally drive again. Depending on what your license was revoked for, you may end up paying a lot or a little in reinstatement fees. Another factor is whether you appear in court or fail to pay the fine you have. Lastly, being a resident is a factor as well; if you are a non-resident of New York, you may pay a small fee application for a new license.
If you face any charges while driving with a suspended license or if you had a dui or drug charge, defense attorney Lisa Pelosi can help you figure out your next steps. Contact Lisa 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for legal help.
