Having your driver’s license suspended is a hassle. Getting to school or work, going grocery shopping, running errands—many aspects of everyday life get more complicated. So how soon can you get behind the wheel again? Here, the suspended license attorneys of Wood & Rabil, LLP Attorneys at Law in Winston-Salem, NC, answer this and other common questions about the topic. 

FAQ: Driver’s License Suspension 

Why Could Your License Be Taken Away?

Various offenses can lead to suspension, from failing to stop after an accident to serious speeding or racing on public roadways. You can also lose your license if you rack up sufficient points over multiple offenses. 

How Long Will Your License Be Suspended?

This depends on the reason for the suspension and your track record. For instance, if you are charged with a DWI, you may face a one-year suspension in the first instance. A second DWI charge can earn you a four-year suspension, however.

What Can You Do to Get Your License Back?

In North Carolina, you do not need to apply for a new license. All you need to do is pay a restoration fee to the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles after the suspension period has ended. You may also have to pay additional administrative costs. 

What If You Drive Without a License?

If you are caught, you will face an even longer suspension period plus additional fines. You could even have your license revoked—meaning you will have to go to the trouble of applying for a new license after completing certain eligibility requirements, such as driving safety courses.

What a Suspended License Attorney Can Do

An experienced suspended license attorney can help by requesting a hearing with the DMV to have your license restored. They can also secure temporary solutions, like a hardship license with limited privileges—such as driving to work. Since laws vary from state to state, always look to a local lawyer who is familiar with your area’s legislation. 

For help dealing with a suspended driver’s license, trust Wood & Rabil, LLP Attorneys at Law. Serving Winston-Salem, NC, and the surrounding counties, these attorneys have more than 80 years of combined experience. They handle everything from drafting wills to addressing underage alcohol violations. Learn more about their history online. For a consultation with a suspended license attorney, call (336) 722-5700.