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Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License

Delaware Lawyer Fighting Criminal & Civil Penalties of Driving During Suspension

Ignoring a revoked or suspended license will not make the problem go away.  IGNORING YOUR SUSPENDED OR REVOKED LICENSE brings the risk jail time if you are pulled over for any reason. Without a license you can even become a target for unwanted police intrusions at any time.

Delaware has a large and steadily growing population of people who have had their licenses suspended or revoked, and have fallen out of the system. The list of reasons why people have had their Delaware licenses suspended for motor vehicle or drug cases is large and it is growing.  In the eyes of the police a license can be a sign of legitimacy or even citizenship.  Do not fall below the radar, because the police will catch you eventually.  Address the issue by fighting for yourself.   Get a good lawyer.

Usually there is an arrest warrant for many suspended or revoked drivers.  I will work for you to have the arrest warrant recalled, and for the charges to be resolved.  THIS MAY MEAN THE RETURN OF YOUR DRIVING PRIVLIGES.   You do not need to live in fear.

In Delaware, driving on a suspended or revoked license is a crime that can have serious criminal and civil consequences.  If you plead guilty or are convicted, you could be facing a fine ranging from $500 to $4,000 and anywhere from thirty days to a year in jail.

There may be ways to mitigate or eliminate these consequences in many cases.  An experienced defense lawyer can explain the law in your particular situation and help you evaluate your options. Contact me today to discuss your case in a free initial consultation.

Potential Penalties for Driving on a Suspended License

  • A fine of between $500 and $1,000 for the first offense
  • A fine of between $1,000 and $4,000 for the second or any subsequent offense
  • Thirty days to six months in jail for the first offense
  • Sixty days to one year in jail for the second or any subsequent conviction for driving on a suspended license
  • Doubling of the term of the initial suspension
  • Additional enhancements for driving on an alcohol-related license suspension

Delaware law provides stiff mandatory penalties for individuals convicted of driving on a suspended or revoked license.  For a first offense, the $500 fine is mandatory, although the jail sentence can be waived by the judge.  If you are convicted of a subsequent offense, at a minimum you will pay a $1,000 fine and spend 30 days in jail.

Drivers who have been labeled habitual offenders by the court can face even stiffer penalties for driving on a suspended license, including fines ranging from $1,150 to $2,300 and jail or prison time from ninety days up to five years.

These are high stakes. You need a fighter on your side. Call my office in Wilmington today at 302-622-9500 for a free initial consultation.

Kevin P. O'Neill, Attorney at Law • Wilmington, Delaware • Contact Me