How to Driving Without a License in North Carolina

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As mentioned in an earlier article about driving without a license in Florida all states have laws governing drivers licenses. And, the price for driving without insurance can be quite high. This is no different in North Carolina, which states that a person must have a valid driver's license and carry the proper insurance before that person and their vehicle can take to the road.

Under NC Statute 20'35 driving without a valid license is a Class 2 misdemeanor and can result in fines and the possibility of some jail time. Then of course there is the question of liability. If you do not have a license chances are real good you do not have auto insurance. That would make you personally responsible for any damages, costs and medical bills should there have been an accident. The best way to avoid any problems is to keep your license clean and your North Carolina auto insurance up to date.

Two of the most common reasons for a suspended or revoked license in North Carolina are driving without insurance and driving while impaired. The first one, though serious, is easy to avoid simply but keeping your auto insurance current. When renewal notices come in don't put them off and deal with it right away. I know that sometimes money can be an issue and it is hard but the consequences will be much worse. For driving without a license the person's license will be revoked for a period of one year for the first offense, two years for the second offense, and permanently for a third or subsequent offense.

The next reason is driving while impaired. There are so many items that can impair your ability to drive that I just can't list them all here. This would include prescription and illegal drugs through alcohol, but the primary reason is alcohol. A lot goes into sentencing in North Carolina, a judge has to weigh what they call Aggravation Factors and Mitigating Factors but here are the General details: For a first offence it is license suspension, 1 year mandatory, substance abuse classes and or treatment plus any fines and court costs.

A second offence is again license suspension which can be up to 4 years if there is a previous conviction. You will be required to install an ignition interlock device (at your expense) and complete substance abuse assessment or treatment.

If you should get a third offence it will be treated as a Class F Felony. This would be "Felony Habitual Impaired Driving" and usually means jail. There is a minimum imprisonment of 12 months, permanent revocation of your license (if you still have one at this point) if there is a prior offence within 5 years. An Ignition Interlock System will be required at your expense and of course substance abuse classes and or treatment.

A fourth offence is again a Class F Felony. There is a minimum imprisonment of 12 months, permanent revocation of your licenses. An Ignition Interlock System will be required for seven years if your license is restored. It will need to be installed at your expense and of course substance abuse classes and or treatment. Then again there are court costs, attorney costs, fines and fees.

In all the examples above you would also be personally responsible for any damages or injuries. So the best thing to do is stay out of trouble. This article is in no way meant to be used as legal advice and if you get in trouble you should seek the advice of an attorney but driving without a license not only puts you in danger but everybody around you will be affected. Keep your North Carolina Auto insurance current and don't drive while impaired.