Pensacola Criminal Defense Attorneys Serving Escambia County FL

General Criminal Defense Information

Topic: Driving While Under License Suspension Criminal Defense

There are many reasons an individuals drivers license can be suspended in the State of Florida, including, but not limited to:

• Points suspension
• Failure to pay child support
• Failure to pay tickets
• Failure to pay a judgment
• Failure to appear in court
• Habitual traffic offender
• Conviction for drug or theft offense
• Conviction for certain prostitution offenses
• DUI offenses

If an individual is pulled over and it is discovered that their license is currently suspended, or has been revoked, cancelled, or disqualified, you may be charged with a second degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to a $500 fine, sixty (60) days jail and/or 6 months probation (for a 1st offense);

A second conviction is a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable by up to a $1000 fine, twelve (12) months jail and/or probation

A third subsequent conviction is a felony of the first degree, punishable by up to a $5,000 fine, five (5) years prison and/or probation.

Driving with License that has been Suspended or Revoked is currently one of the most common criminal charges that are prosecuted in the state court. It is important that you understand that as with any criminal charge, you do have legal rights. Accordingly, depending upon the unique circumstances of your case, there may be viable defense strategies available to you.

Protect your rights and freedoms. Contact an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney today!

Escambia County Florida, including: Pensacola, Bellview, Brent, Brownsville, Century, Cantonment, Ensley, Ferry Pass, Gonzalez, McDavid, Molino, Muscogee, Myrtle Grove, Pensacola Beach, Perdido Key, Warrington, West Pensecola.