In recent news, a rapper was arrested outside an airport for the Colorado equivalent of Driving with a Suspended License – C.R.S. 42-2-138, and being an Uninsured Motorist – C.R.S. 42-2-127.7. You will be charged with this offense in Larimer County if you accumulate too many points on your driver’s license as a result of various traffic violations.
What is Driving with a Suspended License in Larimer County?
The rapper’s driver’s license was likely suspended because he was charged with DUI – C.R.S. 42-4-1301, failing to have a drivers’ license, and possession of marijuana (learn more about drug charges in Fort Collins, Loveland and Estes Park). A person in Larimer County could also lose their privilege to drive if convicted of Providing Alcohol to Underage Persons – C.R.S. 42-2-127.6, or Child Support Violations – C.R.S. 42-2-127.5. Having your license suspended can be difficult – not being able to drive to work can cause you to lose your job. Occasionally, the court allows you to have “probationary” license (also called a “red,” or “restricted” license) which allows you to drive under limited circumstances – like driving to places you are required to be, such as school or work.
Don’t Drive While your License is Suspended in Fort Collins, Loveland or Windsor
It is very important that you don’t drive while your license is suspended in Fort Collins, Johnstown and Berthoud. You could face time in the Larimer County Jail if you are caught. If the underlying offense for the removal of your license is related to alcohol, and you are caught driving with a suspended license, there is a mandatory 30-day jail time for a first offense, a 90-day jail sentence for a second offense. If you offend more than once, you could have your license taken away from you for three years. Without your driver’s license, your life would be very restricted and you could lose your job. We understand the importance of retaining your ability to drive. Contact us if you have been charged with Driving with a Suspended License in the Fort Collins area, and we will work to save your license.