Top Denver criminal defense attorney discusses the Colorado offense of driving without a driver's license. Learn more about Colorado Legal Defense Group at or call (303) 222-0330 for a free consultation.
DRIVING WITHOUT A LICENSE
You probably already know that driving without a current and valid license in Colorado is against the law. But what you may not be aware of is the extent of the penalties, as outlined in under C.R.S. 42-2-101.
If you simply forgot to take your license with you while driving -- or if you license has been expired for one year or less -- then driving without a license in Colorado is only a class B traffic infraction. The penalty is a fine of $15 to $100.
But if you do not have a license at all – or if your prior license has been expired for more than one year – then driving without a license is a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense. The sentence carries 10 to 90 days in county jail, and/or $150 to $300 in fines.
A conviction of driving without a license can also prevent the defendant from getting a Colorado driver's license for one year.
Note that driving without a license is a completely separate offense from driving on a revoked or suspended license. Those penalties can be much harsher, especially if the reason for the suspension was a DUI.
COLORADO LEGAL DEFENSE GROUP
If you or a loved one is charged with a crime we invite you to contact us at Colorado Legal Defense Group. We can provide a free consultation in office or by phone. We serve Denver, Lakewood, Littleton, Aurora, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Pueblo, Boulder, Broomfield, Grand Junction, Eagle, Aspen, Breckenridge, Vail and throughout Colorado.
Colorado Legal Defense Group
4047 Tejon Street
Denver CO 80211
(303) 222-0330
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