Choosing To Fight In Court

Most drivers take their driver's licenses for granted. It is a small piece of plastic that allows them to come and go as they please legally. Unfortunately, it is also something that the state can take away from you for numerous reasons. If you are motivated to get them back as quickly as possible, there are certain hurdles you must avoid. If you do not avoid these hurdles, you may be bumming a ride longer.

1. Failure to Pay Fees and Fines

Your driver's license suspension will usually result in the court and the Department of Motor Vehicle charging you fines and fees. These fines and fees vary based on whether the DMV suspended or revoked your license and why you lost them. 

For example, in North Carolina, if you lost them due to a speeding infraction, you would need to pay the DMV a $50 fee, but if you lose them due to a DWI, the cost is $100. 

You may also have additional fines and fees as a part of your conviction. You will not qualify for license reinstatement until you pay all your fines and fees. 

2. Tampering with an Ignition Interlock Device

If you lose your driver's license due to an alcohol-related offense, the court will often order you to have an ignition interlock device installed on your vehicle. An ignition interlock device is a computer that requires you to blow into it to ensure you have no alcohol on your breath before you can start your vehicle.

Tampering with or disabling this device while in your vehicle is a violation that the service center will immediately report. The court will receive notification, and you will be found out of compliance with your court order. 

Not only will tampering with an ignition interlock device delay your license reinstatement, but you may also incur additional charges and a considerable fine. It is easier to comply with it. 

3. Driving on a Suspended License

You may think that driving with a suspended license is not a big deal, but it is. It does not matter if you are heading to work, the doctor's office, or the grocery store.

If you are stopped and found to be driving on a suspended license, it is a misdemeanor offense that could result in huge fines and possibly jail time. In addition, it will also affect how long it will be before you are eligible for your license reinstatement.