Suspended License in NY Information

Reasons For Driver's License Suspensions in NY

• Driving with a Suspended License – VTL 511
  In New York, this offense is named Aggravated Unlicensed Operation (AUO). Your first offense is called AUO 3rd Degree and is a misdemeanor (crime) punishable by a maximum fine of $500 and up to 30 days in jail.  A second offense within 18 months is a misdemeanor called AUO 2nd Degree and carries a maximum fine of $1000 and up to 180 days in jail. 
• Numerous Moving Violations
  In New York every moving violation comes with points on your driving record. Even the most minor moving violation carries 2 points. If you get 11 or more points within 18 months, the DMV will either suspend or revoke your New York driver’s license.
• Driving without Insurance - VTL 319
  All cars in New York must be properly insured. A conviction for driving without insurance can also lead to driver’s license suspension.
• Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) - VTL 1192-5
  If you are convicted of by Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) your will get a 90-day suspension. DWAI normally is given to people who are driving under the influence of drugs. If this your second DWAI charge within 5 years you will get a six month suspension.
• Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
  If you are found guilty of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol your New York driving privileges will be suspended. The length of the suspension depends on your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) and whether this is your first or repeat offense. If your blood alcohol content (BAC) measures over 0.18% you will be charged with Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated and your NY driving license will be suspended for one year. If your blood alcohol content (BAC) measures under 0.08% you will be charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). If convicted of DWI your driver’s license will be suspended for six month.
• Other Driving-Related Violations
  Your New York drivers License many also be suspended if you are found guilty of:
  • Reckless driving - VTL 1212
  • Found to be at fault in a fatal accident
  • Abandoning your car on a public highway- VTL 1224-7
  • Leaving the scene of an accident
  • Fleeing from a police officer
  • Receiving 3 speeding violations 18 months
  • Getting 3 tickets within 3 years for passing a school bus.
• Junior Licenses
  If you are convicted of a serious traffic violation with a Junior License or any other 2 violations, your license will be suspended for 60 days.  
• Speed contest
  If convicted of conducting a speed contest your license will be suspended for six months.
 
• False Information
  If convicted of, the criminal charge, of giving false information on to a DMV employee or using another person for a New York road test. Your license will be suspended for 6 months or more.
• Non-Driving Reasons for License Suspension A variety of non-driving violations or issues can result in your license being suspended. These include:
  • Failure to pay a New York traffic ticket, fine or court surcharge
  • Sending a check to the DMV that bounces
  • Failure to file an accident report VTL 605-a1
  • Failure to pay child support VTL 510
  • Failure to comply with a court judgment
  • Not showing up to a court appearance
  
  It is common for people whose license is suspended to think that they are at a "dead end" and nothing can be done. The fact is that in many cases, a skilled attorney can take certain action to restore a suspended New York license.
  
  Discovering that you have a suspended license in NY can be devastating. It can make your life inconvenient; you can lose your job and it can prevent you from getting a job. We can help. For help with a suspended New York license or license restoration call us now at 1-888-883-5529, or send us an e-mail about your case.
   
  

  Other Information about Suspended Licenses in New York

  • How long will your license be suspended for?
  • How to remove a driving suspension
  • How to restore a New York drivers license

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