Driving while suspended

This video is about driving while suspended including the consequences and the options. There are ways to save your licence when charged with driving while suspended.

Understanding Driving While Suspended in New Zealand Law

In New Zealand, driving while suspended is a serious offence that can lead to significant penalties, including a mandatory minimum six-month disqualification. If you're facing this charge, it's crucial to understand your options and seek legal advice as soon as possible.

What is Driving While Suspended?

Driving while suspended is different from driving while disqualified. Suspension typically occurs when a police officer serves a notice on you, usually for excess demerit points, and your license is suspended. This suspension can last for 90 days, or in some cases, 28 days if you're a recidivist drink driver or if you've been caught speeding excessively.

The Consequences of Driving While Suspended

The main problem with driving while suspended is that you cannot get a work license for it, period. If you're charged with this offence, you're facing a mandatory minimum six-month disqualification, and it can be very difficult to keep you on the road.

Your Options

Despite the severity of this charge, there are still some options available to you. If you've previously been disqualified by a court, even if it was 20 years ago, you may be eligible for Section 94, which is community work in lieu of disqualification.

You may also have an option with special reasons if there was a really good reason why you were driving. However, these options are limited compared to other traffic offences, so it's crucial to get legal advice as soon as possible.

Reach Out for Help

If you're facing a charge of driving while suspended, don't hesitate to get in touch with me. You can Phone me on 021488367 or 0800 BUSTED (0800287833) or you can email me. I can provide more information about limited licenses and help you navigate this process.