What is the consequence for driving on a suspended license when the suspension was from prior DUI?
I have two DUI in less than three years. I have two jobs, three kids and one vehicle between me and my wife. Am I looking at jail time? California Vehicle Code 14601 and its related sections prohibit driving when you know that your driver’s license has been suspended or revoked. California Vehicle Code 14601 offenses are misdemeanor crimes, subjecting you to county jail time and substantial fines. Before you…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences for driving on a suspended license?
California Vehicle Code section 14601.2 (a) punishes you for driving if you knew your license was revoked or suspended because of a DUI conviction. This is the most serious of the Vehicle Code 14601 violations and carries a minimum 10-day county jail sentence for a first offense and a minimum 30-day county jail sentence for a second offense. In addition, you may be required to install an ignition interlock device…
Read MoreWhat is the consequence for driving on a suspended license when the suspension was due to a DUI conviction?
California Vehicle Code 14601 and its related sections prohibit driving when you know that your driver’s license has been suspended or revoked. California Vehicle Code 14601 offenses are misdemeanor crimes, subjecting you to county jail time and substantial fines. Before you can be convicted of any of these charges, prosecutors must prove that you were driving with the knowledge that you weren’t permitted to do so.
Read MoreWhat are the potential punishments if I am found guilty of driving on a suspended license? (CVC14601)
The punishment you will receive if you are convicted of driving on a suspended license (CVC14601) will depend in great part on why your license is suspended. You will receive the most serious punishment, including mandatory jail time if the reason your license was suspended is due to a drunk driving conviction. IF your license was suspended for any other reason then jail time is not mandatory for a first…
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