Facing license suspension? Unfortunately this is a serious and very annoying punishment for those who have acted recklessly on and off the road. If you are facing a license suspension, it is in your best interest to contact a Minneapolis traffic offense lawyer. You may be able to get your suspension reduced or completely cleared allowing you to get behind the wheel faster and move on with your life.
Why Was My License Suspended?
There are a number of reasons why you could have had your license taken away including the following:
- DWI offenses – This is one of the most common reasons for license suspension or license revocation across the state of Minnesota. Minnesota courts are strict when it comes to DUI offenses and, even if you are a first time offender, you could lose your license for a certain period of time. You could also have your license suspended for commercial driver DUI, underage DWI, BWI, AWI, SWI offenses and felony DUI
- Test refusal – if you are pulled over and refuse to take any of the DWI tests, you could also lose your license if convicted of a DWI offense.
- Criminal vehicular homicide – if you are involved in any CVO or CVH case, then license suspension is most likely the least of your worries. You could also be looking at a felony conviction, jail time and hefty fines.
- Traffic offenses – this includes anything from speeding, texting while driving, reckless driving or negligent driving
In some instances, you may face license suspension even if you were not arrested for a DWI or traffic violation including:
- Failure to pay child support
- Drug charges
- Failure to pay fines
- Failure to appear for traffic tickets
- Out of state convictions
Minneapolis License Suspension Laws
Your license suspension will depend on the circumstances surrounding your case and the reason for suspension. Below is a guideline to some of the suspensions you could be looking at if facing a DWI conviction:
- 30 days for first time offenders, in some situations
- 90 days for additional DUI offenders
- 180 days for drivers under the age of 21
- 180 days if the driver has a prior impaired driving incident in the previous ten years
- 365 days for test refusal convictions
Facing License Suspension – What Next?
Keep in mind that, regardless of the level of suspension you are looking at, you only have 30 days to challenge a license suspension which means the sooner you act, the better your chances will be.
Don’t let a traffic violation affect the rest of your life. Protect your rights, your driving record and reputation as well as your personal and professional life. If you or someone you love is facing a criminal conviction, then now is the time to step up and fight back. Contact Anoka criminal lawyer Michael Brandt at 763-421-6366 for a free, no obligation consultation.