Charges for Driving While Suspended

Defending a Charge of Driving While Suspended

Driving while your license is suspended or revoked is considered a serious crime. Consequences can include fines, jail time and and an additional period of suspension, to be served consecutively to your current suspension period. If your license was originally suspended while you were driving under the influence, the penalties can even more severe and dangerous to you and your future.

If you have been charged with driving with a suspended license, enlisting the help of a Kansas City DUI lawyer is a crucial matter. Your attorney can review such matters as the actual status of your license, as it is possible that database errors have led to your charges. Whether or not you were actually given proper notice of the suspension can also be looked into, as you must knowingly commit this crime in order to be convicted. You must also have been given the opportunity for a hearing following notice of intended suspension, otherwise this violation of your rights can invalidate the new case against you.

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Attorney Steve Schanker will take immediate action with your case and investigate to establish your best defense. His extensive trial experience serves his clients well, as does his excellent reputation with judges and prosecutors. He offers a free initial consultation, charges very reasonable rates and accepts payment plans. He is committed to helping you gain access to justice no matter your circumstances. When you need a legal professional that you can count on to take every possible action to fight for you, this firm is who you need to contact. You know your driver's license suspension case will be given the attention it deserves, and that every possible defense opportunity will be identified and exploited for you. Contact a Kansas City DUI attorney for legal representation if you have been accused of driving with a suspended license.