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# \[5] 6 - Driving With a Suspended License

**Offense Classification:** **Misdemeanor / Felony** *(Depending on reason for suspension and prior offenses)*

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#### **Definition:**

Driving With a Suspended License occurs when a person **operates a motor vehicle while their driving privileges have been legally suspended or revoked**. This offense reflects a deliberate disregard for a lawful restriction imposed by the court or licensing authority and may escalate with repeat violations or if the original suspension was for a serious offense (e.g., DUI).

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#### **Elements of the Crime:**

* The individual was **operating a motor vehicle**.
* The individual's **driver’s license was suspended or revoked at the time of operation**.
* The individual **was aware or reasonably should have been aware** of the suspension or revocation.
* The license had been suspended by **lawful authority** for a valid reason.

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#### **Penalties:**

**Misdemeanor:** *(First offense, non-criminal suspension such as failure to pay fines)*

* **Jail Time:** Up to 30 days
* **Fine:** Up to $2,500
* **Extended Suspension:** Additional 6 to 12 months

**Felony:** *(Repeat offense, or if suspension was due to DUI, reckless driving, or other criminal matters)*

* **Jail Time:** 6 months to 2 years
* **Fine:** Up to $10,000
* **Extended Suspension or Revocation:** Up to 3 years

**Additional Consequences:**

* **Vehicle impoundment**
* **Mandatory court appearance**
* **Restitution if any harm or damage resulted during the violation**

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#### **Related Charges:**

[**\[5\] 1 - Driving Under the Influence (Alcohol)**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-1-driving-under-the-influence-alcohol.md) *(If suspension was DUI-related)*\
[**\[5\] 2 - Driving Under the Influence (Drugs)**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-2-driving-under-the-influence-drugs.md)\
[**\[5\] 7 - Operating a Vehicle With Stolen Plates**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-7-operating-a-vehicle-with-stolen-plates.md) *(If attempting to avoid detection)*\
[**\[5\] 5 - Evading Police**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/5-vehicular-offenses/5-5-evading-police.md) *(If driver fled due to license status)*


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