The Hows and Whys and What to Dos
There are any number of circumstances that could result in someone losing their driving license. The most obvious is for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but did you know you could have your license suspended if negligent in paying child support? Another sure fire way is if your traffic violations have hit the roof, and they outweigh judicial tolerance. You will get a notice to appear before a judge, and your license will be suspended. Since a court can’t take away your right to livelihood, there are different types of suspensions, some more restrictive than others. Some complete and some partial.
What happens if your license has expired and you’re pulled over while driving? Well it depends on whether you knew it or not. For example, if your license expired because of a missed renewal on your birthday, then it’s not a serious offense. We are all subject to busy lives, and not always on top of the exact time that our driving permit has run past its renewal date. This offense is regarded as a simple civil infraction. Life happens. This generally is treated like an ordinary ticket. A note to the wise, take the option to pay your fine in person rather than just mailing it in. This shows the court that there wasn’t any criminal intent on your part. Showing up in person also may save you points and a few bucks.