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Can I appeal a driving ban?
I recently had my license suspended because I accumulated too many demerit points. However, I didn’t think that my last conviction was fair and the officer wouldn’t show me the radar gun. Is there any way to appeal a driving ban?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sorry to hear about your situation! Thankfully, most states allow you to appeal a suspension of your license. You should always check with your state to find out what the process is. Moreover, hiring a lawyer is always a good move.
In most states, your first level of appeal is with a driver’s license board. During your hearing, you can present evidence on why your driving ban should be removed. Make sure the evidence is compelling, as higher levels of the court may not allow you to present new evidence.
Your attorney should be well versed in traffic court and able to provide helpful advice. Your argument should include why you believe the ban is unfair and what you’ve done to show you’re a responsible driver. Be willing to take a driving course or any other classes recommended by the court.
If the driver’s license board denies your request, your lawyer may suggest that you take the case to the circuit court. However, you will have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that your rights were violated or that a legal error resulted in the revocation of your license. Rarely are there successful cases at this level.
But again, get counsel from your lawyer to see if it’s a possibility. With any luck, you may be able to successfully appeal your driving ban—or at least significantly reduce it.
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