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Driving Privileges

Law Offices of James Crosby Dec. 2, 2020

If you are facing a suspension of your driver’s license, you need an experienced Pittsburgh driver’s license restoration attorney on your side. The loss of a driver’s license can lead to difficulty with employment or school attendance, leaving lasting negative consequences beyond those that simply appear on your driving record. The Pennsylvania DMV allows for a limited window of time to appeal a suspension, so we encourage anyone involved in this situation to contact the Law Offices of James Crosby right away.

Common Infractions Leading to Suspension

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is one of the most well-known charges that can lead to a loss of driving privileges in Pennsylvania. Punishment can range from loss of license for 12 months to 18 months or even longer, depending on the severity of the DUI offense and the number of prior charges for drunk driving. Other lesser-known offenses which can lead to loss of a driver’s license in PA include:

  • Excessive speeding (above 30 mph)

  • Speeding in a construction zone

  • Passing a school bus with red flashing lights engaged

  • Failure to comply with a crossing gate or barrier at a railroad crossing

  • Driving too fast for conditions (with additional penalties if an accident occurs)

The Appeals Process

If the PA DMV decides to suspend your license, you will receive a notice in the mail. You should bring this notice right away to your Pennsylvania driver’s license restoration attorney, as it will contain vital information about your appeal. First, you have a very limited window of time within which to appeal your case and if you fail to appeal within the time limit, your appeals rights will be waived. Second, your attorney will help you prepare your appeal for filing in the Court of Common Pleas, as this is the exclusive remedy for DMV suspensions.

The Occupational Limited License

If your suspension appeal is unsuccessful, you still may be able to maintain driving privileges to travel to and from your place of employment in Pennsylvania. Known as an OLL, this type of license is available to those who have lost their driver’s license due to suspension but still need to drive for purposes of work, study, medical treatment, or trade. An experienced Pittsburgh driver’s license restoration attorney can help you present your case to the DMV and hopefully maintain the privilege to drive to your job or school.

Contact an Experienced Pennsylvania Driver’s License Restoration Attorney Today

The Law Offices of James Crosby can help you if you are about to lose your privilege to drive. For more information or to make an appointment, call today or fill out our contact form online now!