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Got a Ticket for Driving Without a License in Florida?

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Under Florida Statute 322.03, a person may not drive any motor vehicle upon a highway in this state unless such person has a valid driver license. Driving without a license is a crime that could result in expensive fines, jail, and a permanent criminal record.

However, if you were pulled over and issued a ticket for driving without a license in Florida, call or text our criminal attorney at (305) 775-3720 for help.

Penalties for Driving Without a License in Florida

In Florida, driving without a driver’s license is a crime with a minimum penalty of $ 500 and 60 days in jail.

In addition, a guilty verdict will negatively impact your criminal and driving record. This can affect your employment, and depending on your case, it can also harm your immigration status.

Defenses Against Driving Without Valid License

There are several defenses that our criminal defense attorney can use to fight your charge, these include:

  • You possess a valid foreign or out-of-state driver’s license
  • You have a valid Florida driver’s license, you just didn’t have it with you
  • The traffic stop or detention after the stop was unlawful

At TicketFit, our attorney has extensive experience fighting criminal traffic tickets, and can help you avoid a conviction.

Call Our Florida Criminal Lawyer For Help

Don’t think that a traffic ticket for driving without a license is a simple infraction that does not require the services of an attorney. At TicketFit, our attorney Frank Menendez has successfully defended thousands of drivers against these charges. In most cases, we can waive or reduce the penalties associated with this violation ensuring your record remains clean.

Do not risk it, call our criminal attorney at (305) 775-3720 or email us for a free consultation. We are available 24 hours a day and represent all counties in Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach County.

How Long Does a Florida Bench Warrant Last?

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At TicketFit, a common question our criminal defense attorney gets asked is, “How long does a Florida bench warrant last?”

While you may believe that your warrant goes away or expires after a while, that is not the case.

Bench Warrants in Florida

If you are charged with a crime in Florida and fail to appear in court, the judge will issue a bench warrant for your arrest. This warrant will remain active until you are arrested or you turn yourself in.

RELATED: How to Check if You Have a Bench Warrant in Florida

RELATED: How to Clear a Bench Warrant in Florida

Fortunately, our experienced criminal defense attorney Frank Menendez can help you. At TicketFit, our attorney will prepare all necessary paperwork, attend court on your behalf, and clear your warrant. All this can be done without you having to be present in court with him.

In addition, our firm will provide aggressive and affordable defense to your underlying criminal charge. Helping you avoid or minimize the severe consequences that often result from these types of charges.

Call or text our attorney now at (305) 775-3720 for a free consultation.

Our Florida Bench Warrant Attorney Can Help You

You can’t ignore a warrant. An outstanding warrant can not only result in your arrest, but may prevent you from getting a job, traveling, or leasing an apartment. Moreover, trying to resolve your warrant without the help of an experienced attorney is often expensive and time consuming.

Don’t delay, if you have an active bench warrant in Florida, give us a call at (305) 775-3720 or email us for help. In most cases, we can lift your warrant within 24/48 hours without you having to be in court!

Can You Travel with a Suspended Driver’s License

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At TicketFit, our traffic ticket attorney has successfully reinstated hundreds of suspended licenses. And while no one should knowingly drive with a suspension, you may be wondering if you can travel with a suspended driver’s license.

Using Your Florida Driver’s License as Identification

A Florida driver’s license, even if suspended, is a valid form of identification for purposes of traveling. As long as it is not expired and complies with the requirements of Real ID.

RELATED: Traffic Ticket for Expired Driver License in Florida?

However, what you may not know is that possession of a suspended license is by itself a crime in Florida.

Unlawful Use of Driver’s License

Under Florida Statute 322.32, it is unlawful for any person “to display, cause or permit to be displayed, or have in his or her possession any canceled, revoked, suspended, or disqualified driver license knowing that such license has been canceled, revoked, suspended, or disqualified.”

A violation of this statute is punishable as a second degree misdemeanor!

So, while you can travel with a suspended driver’s license, you are risking a criminal charge if you are caught driving to the airport on a suspension.

Our Florida Traffic Ticket Lawyer Can Help You

While a Florida driver’s license may be suspended for many reasons, including an outstanding traffic ticket, or not having insurance, our traffic ticket lawyer can help.

RELATED: 3 Reasons for a Suspended License in Florida

In most cases, we can lift your suspension and reinstate your license within 24 to 48 hours.

In addition, if you have been charged with “unlawful use of license,” or any other crime in Florida, we can help. At TicketFit, our attorney provides aggressive and affordable representation for all traffic ticket and criminal violations in Florida.

Don’t delay, call us now at 305-775-3720 or email us for a free consultation with our attorney!

How to Clear a Bench Warrant in Florida

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If you were charged with a crime in Florida and missed your court date, chances are that you have a bench warrant out for your arrest. 

A bench warrant is very serious. If you are picked up on an active warrant, you could be held in jail until the court has a hearing on your case, or you could be required to post a high bond.

What is a Bench Warrant

A warrant is a legal document issued by a judge authorizing the police to arrest you. Since the judge signs it while sitting “on the bench,” it’s called a bench warrant.

A bench warrant can be issued for many reasons, but the most common is for failing to appear for court; also known as FTA.

RELATED: How to Check if You Have a Bench Warrant in Florida

Because an outstanding warrant doesn’t just go away on its own, it is important you clear it as soon as possible.

How to Clear a Bench Warrant in Florida

There are several ways you can clear an outstanding bench warrant for failure to appear, including:

  1. Turning yourself in. While it may seem obvious, it’s not always possible or recommended. This is particularly true if you don’t live in Florida or you want to avoid dealing with the court system.
  2. Contacting a bondsman. While they are certainly experienced in dealing with warrants, it doesn’t guarantee you won’t spend time in jail. In addition, you still need to resolve the criminal charge, which a bondsman cannot do.
  3. Contacting the Judge. You can alway try to contact the Judge’s assistant and request a hearing to recall/vacate your warrant. However, you will be required to attend this hearing and all future hearings until your case is closed.
  4. Hiring a criminal defense lawyer. Lastly, you can hire a criminal defense lawyer for help. In most cases, an experience criminal attorney can lift your warrant without you having to be present in court. In addition, they can defend you with the underlying criminal charge.

Our Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Help You

While you can certainly try to resolve a bench warrant on your own, our Florida criminal defense lawyer can help.

At TicketFit, our criminal defense lawyer has the experience necessary to lift your warrant fast. In addition, he can help you avoid or minimize the severe consequences of the underlying criminal charge. 

Don’t delay, call us now at (305) 775-3720 or email us for a free consultation! We’re available 24/7 and represent all counties in Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach.