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Driving While Suspended? You Should Hire A Lawyer

On behalf of greg

Being legal on the roadways of Pennsylvania is important, but there are various reasons that can lead to a person’s license being suspended. If a person with a suspended license makes the decision to continue to drive, they could face serious legal consequences. At Soloff & Zervanos, P.C., our knowledgeable and experienced team understands that there are various reasons a person’s license can be suspended. We are going to listen to you and work to help you through this. When you need a Philadelphia suspended license attorney, call us today.

Driving under suspension is a serious violation

Many people do not think that driving with a suspended license is a major issue, but those caught doing so can face major penalties. Most people do not realize that there is a range of reasons that can cause a person’s license to be suspended. Some of these causes include:

  • Refusing to submit to a breathalyzer or other BAC test when requested to do so
  • Driving under the influence convictions
  • Not having insurance on a vehicle
  • Unpaid traffic tickets
  • Failing to respond to tickets
  • Failing to take driver exams
  • Not paying restoration fees after a suspension

Our Philadelphia driving under suspension lawyers often help clients who do not even realize that their license has been suspended at all. For example, if one spouse is responsible for paying bills and lets their vehicle insurance lapse, the other spouse could end up with a suspended license of the vehicle is in their name. They may not realize this has happened until they are pulled over by police for a separate violation.

What are the penalties for driving under suspension?

In Pennsylvania, there are various penalties for DUS, depending on the situation:

  • Driving with a suspended license: This is a summary offense (not a misdemeanor or felony) and can result in a $200 fine.
  • Driving while under DUI suspension: This could result in 60-90 days in jail and a $500 fine.
  • Driving while drunk and also under license suspension: This can result in 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine.

What will your attorney do to help?

Your Philadelphia driving under suspension attorney will look at the total facts of the case, including:

  • The reason your license was suspended
  • Your past driving convictions
  • Whether you are under financial hardships that kept you from paying your fees

We are ready to get to work for you today

If you or someone you love has been charged with driving under a suspended license in Philadelphia, please seek legal assistance today. At Soloff & Zervanos, P.C., we know that any criminal charge can be scary. Let our qualified and experienced team look at your case and determine the best path forward. We will thoroughly examine the evidence and circumstances of the case and work to get the charges reduced or dismissed altogether. When you need a Philadelphia suspended license lawyer, you can contact us for a free consultation by clicking here or calling us at 866-597-8572.