Are you or a loved one dealing with a suspended license? If so you must be full of questions and frustration. At Veralrud and Fowler we have handled numerous cases involving license suspension. We can provide you with a competent and qualified Eugene criminal defense attorney to handle your unique case. Below we have answered some of the most frequently asked questions by our clients concerning license suspension.
What are the most common reasons that licenses are suspended?
While there are numerous reasons to justify a suspended license some occur more often than others.
Failing to report to an accident: if you were involved in an automobile accident where a vehicle had to be towed, there was $1,500 or more in damages, or someone died or was injured you are required to file an accident report with the DMV. This is different than a report filed by police if they were called to the scene of the accident. Failure to report within that time period can result in a license suspension.
Failing to respond to a traffic citation: when you receive a traffic citation you are required to respond to it in the manner the court requires. Depending upon the severity of the ticket you may be required to attend a hearing. For less serious traffic offenses you may only be have to pay a fine within a certain time period either in person or through the mail. Failure to deal with a traffic citation can result in an indefinite license suspension. In order to have your license reinstated you will need to meet the requirements of the citation and pay any additional fees acquired from the suspension.
Failing to provide proof of financial responsibility: there are certain situations where a driver must provide proof of financial responsibility and file the necessary forms with the DMV. If you were convicted of reckless driving or driving while intoxicated you will be required to show proof of financial responsibility and file the DMV forms. Failure to do so will result in a suspended license until the forms are completed and have been processed by the DMV.
If your license has been suspended it’s time to hire a Eugene criminal defense lawyer. At Veralrud and Fowler we can provide you with a qualified and successful Eugene attorney.
My license was suspended but I work and my vehicle was my transportation. Is there any way to get my license reinstated so I can drive myself to work?
If you have had your license suspended but rely on your ability to drive for work you may be eligible for a hardship permit. A hardship permit allows you to drive between certain hours or to and from your job. This will likely depend upon the severity of the infraction that caused your license to be suspended. The more severe the crimes the less likely you are to be eligible for a hardship permit.
At Veralrud and Fowler we highly recommend consulting with a Eugene attorney. We can provide you with a qualified attorney to handle your unique case.
Is it possible to contest the suspension in Oregon?
You have every right to contest the suspension of your license through a hearing before a DMV officer. Your request must be made within a certain time period as determined by the DMV. This time frame could be as short as 10 days. A qualified Eugene criminal defense attorney will be able to guide you through this process.
A suspended license is a serious and inconvenient matter. If you or a loved one have had their license suspended it’s time to hire a Eugene lawyer. At Veralrud and Fowler we have successfully handle numerous cases involving license suspension. We will gladly provide you with an experienced lawyer. Call Veralrud and Fowler today, and gain a Eugene lawyer who will fight tirelessly for you.
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