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A variety of moving violations leads to a driver’s license suspension, which can wreak havoc on a driver’s life. In High Point, NC, attorneys at Hill & Hovis know losing the privilege to drive is much more than an inconvenience, so they provide strong advocacy on behalf of people facing that loss. Here, they offer reasons to consult an attorney if you face a license suspension.

License Suspension FAQ

What Types of Violations Lead to License Suspensions? 

Violations such as exceeding the speed limit by more than 15 miles per hour, not paying a speeding ticket or failing to appear in court, driving while impaired, refusing a chemical test after a DUI arrest, and accumulating 12 points on your license in a three-year period lead to suspended license status.

How Long Do Suspensions Last?

license suspensionA first-offense conviction on a high-speed speeding ticket carries a 30-day suspension, refusing a chemical test carries a one-year suspension, and a third DUI offense has a permanent suspension. Consulting an attorney is a smart move when you receive notice of a license suspension.

What Will an Attorney Do? 

In cases such as refusing a chemical test and accumulation of points, you can have a hearing before the suspension. With an experienced attorney representing you, you have a greater chance of keeping your license.

What If I Am Not Convicted Yet?

If charges are still pending in cases such as speeding tickets or DUI, your attorney will defend you in court and try to get the charges dropped or reduced to charges that don’t carry suspensions.

If you face a charge that carries a license suspension, contact Hill & Hovis in High Point, NC. Visit them online for more about their services, and call (336) 883-6000 for your consultation appointment. 

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