Driving Disqualified or Suspended; What Penalties Do I Face?
In NSW, it is essential to have a valid licence when operating any vehicle. There are times however, when your licence may be suspended or disqualified. If you drive whilst your licence is suspended or disqualified, you are subject to greater penalties. If this happens more than once, you will be subject to even harsher penalties.
Have a read of the penalties and then give our office a call!
These are summarised below;
| Offence | Penalty – 1st Offence | Penalty – 2nd or Subsequent Offences |
|---|---|---|
| Driver never licensed | Fine only: $2200 | Minimum disqualification: 3 months
Automatic disqualification: 12 months Maximum fine: $3300 Maximum Imprisonment: 6 months |
| Drive with licence disqualified / suspended / cancelled / refused | Minimum disqualification: 3 months
Automatic disqualification: 6 months Maximum fine: $3300 Maximum Imprisonment: 6 months |
Minimum disqualification: 6 months
Automatic disqualification: 12 months Maximum fine: $5500 Maximum Imprisonment: 12 months |
| Drive after licence suspended for non-payment of fines | Minimum disqualification: 1 month
Automatic disqualification: 3 months Maximum fine: $3300 Maximum Imprisonment: N/A |
Minimum disqualification: 3 months
Automatic disqualification: 12 months Maximum fine: $5500 Maximum Imprisonment: 6 months |
