QUESTION
If I got pulled over for passing a red light and driving without a license, what should I do?
Asked on Jan 18th, 2014 on Criminal Law - California
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So I got pulled over while I was busy changing lanes and as I was looking at my rear view mirror and all, I passed a red light which I learned after the cop that pulled me over told me. This is not my first time without a license. I've not had the opportunity to get one until this summer and I was in the process of starting to get one. I know I shouldn't have driven but since I've had so many personal issues and family issues too I've had to quit my job. I have no income for now. All I'm wondering is what can happen? Am I going to jail because that's all I want to avoid. I'm sure some fines will definitely appear. Any help or info is appreciated. Thanks.
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Michael J. Breczinski
Get your license NOW. This is the best thing that you can do in order to try to get this charge reduced.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 4:04 AM
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You should contact an attorney in your area. You will likely be charged with driving on a suspended license which is a misdemeanor VC 14601.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 4:04 AM
Instead of worrying about the jail time, you need to focus your attention on how you can avoid being convicted. You should hire a lawyer and get these relatively minor charges reduced or dismissed. By yourself you're going to get a criminal record, and it isn't worth it.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 4:03 AM
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I would suggest that you are in significant trouble, especially because this is not the first incident. At this point I would recommend you engage an attorney as your past history puts you at very significant risk of being jailed.
Answered on Jan 22nd, 2014 at 4:03 AM