| DRIVING WHILE LICENSE SUSPENDED TRAFFIC DEFENSE ATTORNEYS ORLANDO, FLORIDA |
There may be several reasons why your license has been
suspended, which may include:
suspended, which may include:
 | Failure to appear on a traffic ticket. When you receive a | |
| ticket, you have 30 days to contact the court in response to the ticket. If you missed the deadline, your license may be suspended. Our office may be able help you clear your suspension and represent you on the ticket. |
| DUI. Your license will be automatically suspended if you | |
| have been arrested for a DUI. Please call us or visit or DUI page for more information. |
| Point suspension. If you accumulate points on your driver's | |
| license, too many points can result in a point suspension. The point system works as follows: |
| The number of points will depend on the violation: | |
| most moving violations are worth 3 points; moving violations resulting in an accident, speeding 16 mph or more over the speed limit, running a red light, and reckless driving are each 4 points; leaving the scene of an accident with property damage is 6 points; unlawful speed resulting in an accident is 6 points. | ||
| 12 points in 12 months is a 30 day suspension. | |
| 18 points in 18 months is a 3-month suspension. | |
| 24 points in 36 months is a 12-month suspension. | |
| The State of Florida may require that you complete | |
| driving classes and pay reinstatement fees to regain your license. In addition to possible point suspension, your insurance is likely to increase if you receive points. Therefore, it is a good idea to talk to an attorney when you receive a citation to discuss your options to avoid points. | ||
| For Minors (under 18): If you receive 6 points on | |
| your driving record within a 12 month period, your driving privileges are automatically restricted to business purposes only for 12 months or until you are 18, whichever happens first. If you receive additional points during this restricted period, the restriction is extended 90 days for each additional point. |
| Certain criminal convictions. If you are convicted of certain | |
| crimes--even if you receive a withhold of adjudication in some cases--your license can be suspended as a result. This even includes certain theft and drug charges and criminal traffic charges. |
| HTO (Habitual Traffic Offender): Certain convictions on | |
| your license can result in your license being suspended for 5 years, with a minimum 1-year waiting (no driving) period before you can apply for a hardship permit. If you are charged with driving while on HTO status, you may be charged with a felony, which can result in jail/prison time and becoming a convicted felon. If you have been designated HTO, consult an attorney regarding your options to possibly reverse/undo the HTO suspension. |
IF YOU ARE CHARGED WITH DRIVING ON A SUSPENDED LICENSE
(DWLS/NVDL):
It is important to speak to a traffic defense attorney immediately.
You could be facing jail time, and convictions can result in a 5-year
suspension of your driver's license. It is important to have a traffic
defense attorney review your situation, including your driving and
criminal history, and determine the best course of action.
Time is of the essence. Do not wait until the last minute to speak
to an attorney. There may be matters that need to be addressed
prior to your court date, and any delays can be costly.
(DWLS/NVDL):
It is important to speak to a traffic defense attorney immediately.
You could be facing jail time, and convictions can result in a 5-year
suspension of your driver's license. It is important to have a traffic
defense attorney review your situation, including your driving and
criminal history, and determine the best course of action.
Time is of the essence. Do not wait until the last minute to speak
to an attorney. There may be matters that need to be addressed
prior to your court date, and any delays can be costly.
The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that should not be based solely on advertisements.
Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information concerning our qualifications and
experience.
Private Counsel LLC is a private law firm located in Orlando, Florida, practicing criminal defense, DUI defense, juvenile
defense, traffic charges, traffic tickets, drug charges, domestic violence, violations of probation (VOP) and community
control, sealing and expungement of criminal charges and criminal history. Cases primarily in Orange County, Seminole
County, and Osceola County, Florida.
This website and information contained herein is not legal advice and not intended to be taken as legal advice. Please
contact Private Counsel, LLC or another Florida attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
Copyright © 2007 by PRIVATE COUNSEL, LLC. All rights reserved.
Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information concerning our qualifications and
experience.
Private Counsel LLC is a private law firm located in Orlando, Florida, practicing criminal defense, DUI defense, juvenile
defense, traffic charges, traffic tickets, drug charges, domestic violence, violations of probation (VOP) and community
control, sealing and expungement of criminal charges and criminal history. Cases primarily in Orange County, Seminole
County, and Osceola County, Florida.
This website and information contained herein is not legal advice and not intended to be taken as legal advice. Please
contact Private Counsel, LLC or another Florida attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
Copyright © 2007 by PRIVATE COUNSEL, LLC. All rights reserved.
| Our attorneys offer free consultations. We are available for after-hours consultations and in-jail visits. Located in downtown Orlando. Free parking. |
| Check the status of your license: Click here and enter your Florida driver's license number. It will tell you if you have any current or upcoming suspensions. |
| PRIVATE COUNSEL, LLC ♦ DEFENSE ATTORNEYS 733 WEST COLONIAL DRIVE, ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32804 (407) 849-2949 |
| If you have been cited with "Driving While License Suspended," (DWLS), do NOT pay the ticket or go to court for your ticket without first speaking to an experienced traffic ticket defense attorney. Paying these tickets can result in a 5-year suspension of your driver's the time you pay the ticket--this suspension is done by the State of Florida AFTER these tickets are paid. The decision how best to handle these charges needs to be made only after a careful review of your case and your driving history. |
| DON'T PAY THAT "DRIVING WHILE LICENSE SUSPENDED" TICKET! |
Obtain a copy of your Florida Driving Record by
clicking here. We recommend obtaining a
"complete" driving history.
clicking here. We recommend obtaining a
"complete" driving history.
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