California Suspended License Attorneys

What You Need to Know If You Are Accused of Driving on a Suspended or Revoked Drivers License

Driving on a suspended or revoked license doesn't sound like a serious crime, but California law treats it very seriously. There are many reasons the DMV could suspend your driver's license. Some of them are quite minor, and many aren't related to driving at all.

You can have your drivers license suspended for any of the following reasons:

• A DUI Arrest or Conviction
• An Outstanding Warrant
• Too many "points" on your license due to traffic violations
• Medical issues
• No car insurance
• Failure to pay child support
• Vandalism
• Possession of drugs or (if you're a minor- alcohol)
• Failure to file a report with the DMV after an accident
• Failure to pay a civil judgment related to an automobile accident

Many people do not realize until it's too late that their license has been suspended. Often people plead guilty to a traffic citation not understanding that by doing so they are putting their driving privilege in jeopardy. The DMV is legally obligated to notify drivers that their licenses have been suspended, but mail doesn't always reach the right person. Unfortunately, the consequences of not getting that letter can be severe. Driving on a suspended license is a criminal charge. You can be arrested, handcuffed, taken into custody and put in jail. You may have to post bail to get out. Your car can be impounded for up to 30 days and sold. And if you're convicted of driving on a suspended license, you could get up to six months in county jail, fined up to $1,000 plus fees, and put on probation. And if it happens again, that conviction will count as a "prior" that could increase your punishment.

Fortunately, there are ways to defend against a charge of driving on a suspended license. To convict you, the prosecutor must prove that you were driving a vehicle; that your license was suspended at the time; and that you knew it was suspended. At Wallin & Klarich our suspended license attorneys can help you win your case. WE will look at the facts behind your arrest, and determine what defenses are available to you. If you learn about the suspension right away, we may even be able to help you challenge it before it goes into effect; please see "DMV Hearings" on this site for more information.

Driving is an important privilege in Southern California, enabling people to work, go to school, take care of children and perform other essential activities of daily life. Losing your driver's license is crippling enough, but a criminal charge can be stressful, expensive and embarrassing as well. Wallin & Klarich can help you defend against these charges. If you or someone you care about has been accused of driving with a suspended or revoked license, you should call us today to discuss your options.

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