What Are The Consequences For A First Time Offender?
If it’s your first offense, and if no injury is involved, the consequences may be as light as a fine and a suspended license or less. But make no mistake, even firsttimers are going to jail these days. If you have previous arrests, you may face stiff penalties. In many cases, even with a second or third offense, a lawyer may be able to keep you from going to jail. And make no mistake, your previous record will be a factor, even if you had a prior arrest or conviction taken care of. Even though the prior may not appear on your official driving record, it will appear in records available to the police and the prosecution. If that’s the case, you aren’t likely to fool a judge into thinking you are a first time offender.
