Q: Got pulled over without valid license (expired). Have court date but we live 2 states away, whats the best option?
License was suspended in 2016. Was reinstated in 2017. Didn't know we original license was expired and would have to go get new one. Live in Ohio, pulled over in Illinios.
A:
Hello Asker,
Honestly, the best advice is probably just to mail in a guilty plea and $120. You should consult an attorney in your local jurisdiction to see what they think the impact is for a license offense but here in Illinois, they are typically not recorded to the record so there is a possibility it may not appear on your record. In contrast, failing to appear or pay may be interpreted by your state as a suspension worthy offense. In our neighboring Indiana, suspending licenses of drivers who don't pay or appear is standard practice and if Ohio has a similar policy, your state may choose to suspend your license for inaction even though our state would do no such thing (unless you deposited your license as bond).
I hope that helps and let us know if you have any questions!
Sincerely,
Jason A. Wilkins
Traffic Attorney
(630) 445-2293
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