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Boca Raton Driver’s License Lawyers for Suspension & Reinstatement Cases
A Florida driver can have his or her driver’s license suspended for a number of reasons. Some examples include: failure to pay a traffic ticket fine, driving under the influence of alcohol, failure to meet the state’s vision requirements, and accruing too many traffic violation points. The severity of the driver’s offense will determine the length of the suspension, and our driver’s license lawyers can help you fight this!
If your driver’s license has been suspended, you’ll need the help of an expert legal team to drive legally again. Lavalle, Brown & Ronan, P.A. is experienced in the Florida license reinstatement process and can help you to get back on the road.
It is possible to reinstate one’s license. In most cases, this occurs when the driver has fixed the issue that caused him or her to have the license suspended. It can also be the case if the court-ordered suspension duration of time has passed. For some drivers, appealing the suspension is a possible way to reinstate it.
If you think you might have grounds to file an appeal to restore your suspended driver’s license, contact the Boca Raton license suspension attorneys at Lavalle, Brown & Ronan, P.A. Our team will listen to the details of your case carefully. And if you qualify, we will help you work through the appeal process to have your driver’s license restored.
Driver’s License Suspension Periods in Florida
Some offenses have predetermined lengths of driver’s license suspension. Others determine the driver’s license suspension until he or she corrects his or her error.
- For failure to pay a traffic ticket fine, comply with a summons, or appear in court, the driver’s license remains suspended until he or she has completed all obligations.
- For drivers whose licenses have been suspended due to failure to meet Florida’s vision requirement, their licenses can be restored when they prove that they’ve corrected their vision to meet the state’s standards for drivers.
- Any driver who has a license suspension for failing to pay his or her child support payments, the license will be restored once he or she becomes caught up with his or her child support payments.
- Any driver whose license is suspended due to a non-DUI traffic violation that results in the death or serious injury of another person, the suspension of his or her driver’s license can be in effect from three months to one year.
- For drivers whose licenses are suspended due to the accumulation of Florida traffic violation points, the length of the suspension is determined by the number of points he or she accumulates and the amount of time in which he or she accumulated them:
- For drivers who’ve accumulated 12 points in 12 months, their license suspension lasts for thirty days.
- Accumulating 18 points in 18 months results in a three-month suspension
- Accumulating 24 points in 36 months is a one-year suspension.
- A DUI offense comes with a mandatory driver’s license suspension That can be any length from six months to five years. It will depend on the circumstances of the arrest and the driver’s previous DUI record.
Why It’s Important to Hire a Driver’s License Suspension Attorney
A DUI conviction could damage or even destroy your career just because you didn’t take the right steps under the guidance of an expert legal team. Even if your suspension isn’t related to a DUI, the personal consequences could be severe. You might assume that a suspension is mandatory and uncontestable but it’s possible to appeal a suspension or reduce the term. Your success in this depends on several unique factors.
The reason for your license suspension is the single most important factor. DUI cases come with mandatory suspensions but it’s not the end of the world. It is possible to apply for hardship exemptions that allow you to continue driving legally. Unpaid traffic tickets, points, or child support arrears can lead to suspension but regardless of your situation, the team at Lavalle, Brown & Ronan, P.A. can find solutions to reduce or remove your suspension.
The key is to act quickly when you receive notice of your suspension. We strongly recommend that you talk to a legal expert within ten days of notification. Suspensions generally allow some time to navigate the law and explore your options. Expediency is the key here. You will need to seek counsel and you will need all the documentation you can get. Calling us immediately will allow you enough time to make any necessary preparations to support your appeal.
Our Boca Raton License Suspension Attorneys Can Help
Although you do have rights and legal protections, understanding these on your own will be difficult. Lavalle, Brown & Ronan, P.A will look at your case and explain all of your options to you. With an attorney, you will enjoy:
- The highest chance of being able to drive legally again.
- A strong case that puts your appeal into the context of existing law and precedents.
- Ongoing support from attorneys that have a deep understanding of Florida’s complex legal system.
- Handling of documentation and other requirements.
If you’ve had your driver’s license suspended in Boca Raton or elsewhere in Florida and want to learn more about how you can have it reinstated, call Lavalle, Brown & Ronan, P.A. at 561-395-0000 to discuss the specifics of your case and a knowledgeable driver’s license lawyer from our office will help you.