Expired & Suspended License
An expired license has lapsed, while a suspended license is temporarily revoked. Driving with either can result in penalties, including fines. Knowing the differences is essential for safe driving.
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It includes the crime of continuing to drive after the driver's license has been revoked, the crime of continuing to drive after being disqualified, and the crime of continuing to drive after the driver's license has been suspended.
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If a person drives on a public road after their driver's licence has been cancelled by Transport for NSW, they are guilty of driving while disqualified. The penalty a person receives for this offence will depend on whether it is the first or second offence of this nature within five years. The maximum penalty is a fine of $3,300, imprisonment for up to 12 months and disqualification from driving for up to 12 months.
If a person drives on a public road after their driver's licence has been cancelled by the court, they are guilty of continuing to drive after being disqualified. For a first offence, the person faces a fine of up to $3,300 and up to six months in prison. For a second or subsequent offence, the person may be fined up to $5,500 and imprisoned for up to one year.
If a person drives on a public road after their licence has been suspended by Transport for NSW, they will be charged with the offence of driving while suspended. A person may be fined up to $3,300 for this offence, sentenced to up to six months in prison for a first offence and up to 12 months in prison for a second or subsequent offence.
The defendant may use the defence of honest and reasonable mistake. This defence will succeed if the person can prove that they did not know their licence was suspended.
Mingshi will help you carefully analyze the evidence the prosecution already has and the possible evidence to determine the possibility of conviction. If the client chooses to plead guilty, our professional team of lawyers will help you prepare sentencing materials so that you can obtain the lightest sentence by pleading with the judge.
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