Legal or traffic offenses can lead to the Department of Motor Vehicles revoking or suspending an individual’s license. When this occurs, a license is no longer considered valid and a driver cannot legally drive.
There are key differences between revocation and suspension. In many cases, it is possible to address either of these sentences in court, though it takes legal counsel to understand how to either retain or re-obtain your license.
Why license suspension revocation occurs
There are several reasons why the DMV could suspend a license. A suspension is temporary and requires specific actions outlined by the DMV before the agency removes the suspension. Suspension reasons include:
- Unpaid fines or fees
- Unpaid traffic citations
- Alcohol and drug-related offenses
- Driving without current, valid insurance
License suspensions are generally accompanied by an open-ended period or set amount of time. Support applications for reinstatement by paying fines, correcting offenses and waiting until the suspension period is over.
Why license revocation occurs
When the state revokes a license, it takes away a license forever. This can happen in the following situations:
- Repeat DUI offenses
- Specific medical conditions
- Advanced age
- False statements on DMV-related forms
There are options for getting a new license once revocation occurs. First, an applicant must request a hearing with a representative at the State DMV. The individual must resolve any penalties or fines associated with the revoked license before applying for a new license.
By following local and state laws and driving safely, many people can avoid having their license suspended or revoked. However, there are options for getting it back if either of these situations occurs.