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Rhode Island Driving With A Suspended License Attorney

In the State of Rhode Island it is a criminal offense to Drive a Motor Vehicle on a Suspended License when you have been convicted three times for it. It is a civil offense for your first, second or third offense of Driving on a Suspended License.

Rhode Island General Law 31-11-18 states any person who drives a motor vehicle on any highway within the State of Rhode Island without a license whether it be because their license is suspended, revoked or cancelled may be guilty of a misdemeanor crime.

In addition to a criminal charge of Driving on a Suspended License in Rhode Island there may also be an issue that needs to be addressed at the Rhode Island DMV. It is important to have an attorney with extensive experience in both Rhode Island Criminal Defense and Rhode Island License Suspensions with the DMV.

Ellison Law LLC can handle all aspects of your case from the criminal charge to reinstatement of you driver’s license with the DMV and will work hard to achieve the best outcome for you.

Is Driving On A Suspended License A Criminal Offense In Rhode Island?

Driving a vehicle while your license is suspended may be a civil charge or misdemeanor criminal offense in the State of Rhode Island, depending on how many times you have been convicted of this charge. Per Rhode Island General Law 31-11-18 if you drive a vehicle with a suspended, revoked, expired or cancelled license you may be charged civilly or criminally.

Will I Go To Jail For Driving On A Suspended License In Rhode Island?

If you have been charged with a fourth offense or greater of Driving on a Suspended License in Rhode Island, there is the potential of having to serve jail time. A first, second, or third offense is not a criminal offense. It is a civil offense meaning there is no jail time associated with a first, second, or third offense.

What Happens If You Drive Around With A Suspended License?

If you are caught Driving with a Suspended License the penalties that come with a conviction vary depending on how many times you’ve been convicted with a suspended license.

First Offense (Civil Penalty)

  • Fines up to $150

Second Offense (Civil Penalty)

  • Fines up to $250

Third Offense (Civil)

  • Fines up to $350

Fourth Offense or subsequent violations (Criminal)

  • Imprisonment for up to 1 year
  • Fines between $500-$1,000
  • Both imprisonment or fines
  • License Suspension up to 1 year
  • Potential criminal conviction
  • Potential probation

Can I Fight A Charge Of Driving On A Suspended License In Rhode Island?

Yes, if you have been charged civilly or criminally with Driving on a Suspended License, you do not have to fight this charge alone. Call the experienced Rhode Island Traffic Ticket Attorneys and Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorneys at Ellison Law LLC today at 401-230-5520.

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