Driving in New Jersey is a privilege, not a right. This means that you can lose your driving privileges if you do not obey the rules and regulations designed to keep the roadways safe for all drivers. Although there are many ways that you can lose your driving privileges, there aren’t too many ways that you can undo the harm done. If your driver’s license has been suspended, it is in your best interest to immediately consult an experienced New Jersey suspended license attorney to help you get your driving privileges back.
What Could Lead to a Suspended License?
Below are some common reasons the Moving Vehicle Commission (MVC) can issue a scheduled suspension notice:
- Getting 12 or more points on your driving record because of traffic tickets
- Fraud, such as using another person’s valid driver’s license to drive
- Third offense cell phone violation, resulting in a maximum of a 90-day suspension
- Being the cause of a fatal motor vehicle accident
- Having physical or medical issues that can significantly impair your ability to safely operate a vehicle
- Not paying fines and assessments under the New Jersey Surcharge Violation Systems, known as NJSVS
- Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of controlled substances, such as drugs, alcohol and even some prescribed medication
- Reckless driving
These are only some of the actions that could lead to a license suspension. If you are facing a suspended license, it is best to hire an attorney to help you get your driving privileges back as soon as possible.
How Can a Lawyer Help?
A good and aggressive attorney who specializes in suspended licenses in New Jersey can provide successful outcomes at MVC hearings, including:
- Eliminating the entire duration of the suspension of your driving privileges
- Reducing a longer sentence to a shorter one
- Postponing the suspension of your driver’s license
- Removing a probationary driver program
When you lose your driving privileges, regardless of what the reason may be, most of us lose our freedom and ability to take care of our own daily activities. For example, if you need to drive to get to work, a suspended license may prevent your ability (or at least make it very difficult) to earn a living. In another case, if you need a car to pick up your children from school and take them to different classes, a suspended license can take a great toll on your family.
The bottom line is that you need to take every action possible to avoid or at least reduce the duration of a license suspension. Hiring an experienced attorney is the best solution.
Call Us
If you or someone you know has been issued a suspension notice in New Jersey, an experienced attorney can help. For more information or to schedule a free consultation with New Jersey suspended license attorney Dan T. Matrafajlo, please call the Law Offices of Dan T. Matrafajlo at (908) 248-4404.
