Driving Without a Drivers License

Where a Driver Does Not Have (and Never Has Had) a Drivers License

In cases where a driver never has had a driver’s license, a Driving Without a Drivers License charge is a Class 2 Misdemeanor Traffic Offense and a conviction may result in a scheduled fine of $150.00 to $300.00 plus court costs and surcharges, a possible jail sentence of 10 to 90 days (usually only ordered in cases where there are aggravating factors, such as injury to a person or reckless indifference to the safety of others), restitution, community or useful public service, probation for one year or longer, and other possible requirements by the court, with an assessment of 3 points to the driver’s record for a first-time conviction. A second or subsequent conviction will result in an assessment of 6 points to the driver’s record.

Where a Drivers License is Expired for One Year Or Less

In cases where a driver’s license is expired for one year or less, a Driving Without a Drivers License charge is a Class B Traffic Infraction and a conviction will result in a scheduled fine of $15.00 to $100.00 plus court costs and surcharges, with an assessment of 3 points to the driver’s license.

Where a Drivers License is Expired for More Than One Year

In cases where a driver’s license is expired for more than one year, a Driving Without a Drivers License charge is a Class 2 Misdemeanor Traffic Offense and a conviction may result in a scheduled fine of $150.00 to $300.00 plus court costs and surcharges, a possible jail sentence of 10 to 90 days (usually only ordered in cases where there are aggravating factors, such as injury to a person or reckless indifference to the safety of others), restitution, community or useful public service, probation for one year or longer, and other possible requirements by the court, with an assessment of 3 points to the driver’s record for a first-time conviction. A second or subsequent conviction will result in an assessment of 6 points to the driver’s record.

Where a Driver Does Not Have His License in his Immediate Possession

In cases where a driver does have a valid driver’s license but does not have that license in his immediate possession while operating a motor vehicle, a Driving Without a Drivers License charge is a Class B Traffic Infraction and a conviction will result in a scheduled fine of $15.00 to $100.00 plus court costs and surcharges, with an assessment of 3 points to the driver’s license.

Where a Driver Operates a Type of Vehicle Without the Correct Type of License

In cases where a driver operates a type or class of vehicle for which he does not have the correct type or class of license (i.e. driving a passenger bus while only possessing a class C license), a Driving Without a Drivers License charge is a Class 2 Misdemeanor Traffic Offense and a conviction may result in a scheduled fine of $150.00 to $300.00 plus court costs and surcharges, a possible jail sentence of 10 to 90 days (usually only ordered in cases where there are aggravating factors, such as injury to a person or reckless indifference to the safety of others), restitution, community or useful public service, probation for one year or longer, and other possible requirements by the court, with an assessment of 3 points to the driver’s license for a first-time conviction. A second or subsequent conviction will result in an assessment of 6 points to the driver’s record.