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It’s easy to take driving for granted—until you’re no longer allowed to do it. A license suspension might seem like a relatively minor penalty, especially when compared to jail time and hefty fines, but in reality, it can have a negative impact on virtually every aspect of your life. Here’s what you should do following a license suspension, so you can reinstate driving privileges as soon as possible. 

What to Do if Your License Was Suspended

1. Consult a Lawyer 

The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles suspends and revokes licenses for a variety of reasons, including reckless driving, speeding, driving while under the influence, refusing to take a chemical test, and accumulating too many points. In any one of these scenarios, a traffic law attorney can help you either fight the suspension or determine the fastest way to reinstate your license. 

2. Find an Alternative Mode of Transportation 

license suspensionIf your license was suspended, it means you’re already in legal trouble, and driving before it has been reinstated will only hurt your case further. In North Carolina, driving on a suspended license is considered a class 1 misdemeanor, and potential penalties include fines, jail time, an extended license revocation, and the seizure of your vehicle. Therefore, it’s wise to secure an alternative means of transportation as soon as you learn of your license suspension. 

3. Prepare for the Reinstatement Proceedings 

Once the total duration of the suspension has passed, you should be able to begin the reinstatement process. Prepare to pay a restoration fee—typically $50 or $100—when reinstating your license, unless it was surrendered or revoked for medical reasons. 

 

If you recently received a costly speeding ticket or license suspension, turn to an attorney at Hill & Hovis to determine the best way to fight it. Located in High Point, NC, this full-service firm resolves legal issues in a variety of practice areas. In addition to criminal defense and traffic law, they are well-versed in wrongful death and Social Security disability. Visit their website or call (336) 883-6000 to schedule an initial consultation today. 

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