What are the penalties for driving on a suspended license in Florida?
In Florida, if you are charged with driving with a suspended license, your penalties will depend on whether it is your first, second, or a subsequent violation. If you have questions regarding your penalties after a criminal conviction in Florida, you can contact an experienced Miami criminal defense attorney. For a first offense of driving with a suspended license in Florida, you will face penalties of: • second degree misdemeanor; • a maximum 60 day jail sentence; and • a maximum fine of $500. For a second offense of driving with a suspended license in Florida, you will face penalties of: • first degree misdemeanor; • a maximum 1 year jail sentence; and • a maximum fine of $1,000. For a third or subsequent offense of driving with a suspended license in Florida (or a revoked license), you will face penalties of: • third degree felony; • a maximum 5 year jail sentence; and • a maximum $5,000 fine. To avoid these penalties, you may be able to fight your criminal charge. To do so, you ca
