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 Traffic CrimesDriving with a Suspended LicenseIn Florida, many offenses result in a suspension of driving privileges. But for most Floridans, it is nearly impossible to live their lives without driving. It is not surprising that many get caught driving with a suspended license. Attorney John M. Howe can help people throughout the South Florida area who have been caught driving with a suspended license. With more than 12years of experience as a Northern Florida criminal defense lawyer, Mr. Howe has the experience and knowledge to lessen your punishments, reconcile your record, and work toward an expungement, if necessary. Contact us for a free phone consultation.Possible PunishmentsMany people see driving with suspended license as a minor offense -- but Florida courts do not see it that way. Typical punishments include more than $1000 in fines, your car being impounded, and even jail time. In Florida, receiving three convictions for driving with a suspended license within a five-year time span will cause you to be classified as a habitual traffic offender subjecting you to harsher penalties. Driving on a suspended license as a felony offense and is punishable by up to five years in prison and $5,000.00 fine. But it is very important to know that you can only be guilty of driving with a suspended license if you were aware that your license was suspended. Often the DMV has neglected to even tell people that their licenses have been suspended, or they have claimed to have mailed notices, but the driver has not received the notice. Working with the DMVDealing with the Florida DMV is a bizarre process involving a maze of bureaucratic steps. The laws often don't make sense and are not well-known. And in cases of driving with a suspended license, there are often many procedures to work through. Attorney John M. Howe can represent you before the DMV and explain your situation. Mr. Howe regularly wades through the bureaucracy and guides clients toward re-establishing their driving privileges.Reasons for Suspended LicensesFlorida courts can suspend driving licenses for a vast number or reasons. Some are intuitive, such as DUI or getting too many points on your license (12 points in one year for example). Many have nothing to do with driving, such as failing to pay a civil judgment, failure to pay child support, or possession of marijuana as minor, etc. As a full-service criminal defense lawyer, John M. Howe can help you with accusations of driving on a suspended license, as well as other charges you are facing. He can also help you regain your driver's license. He has helped thousands of people throughout South Florida with everything from drug possession to assault charges. Contact South Florida Criminal Defense Attorney John M. HoweContact the Law Offices of John M. Howe online to discuss how he will fight to protect your rights, or call him at 561-296-7772 or toll-free at 866-930-2938. During your first meeting, Mr. Howe will examine your case and determine the best way in which his services can be utilized to help you fight the suspended license or other traffic crime charges you are facing.Contact Us today! |
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