Legal Question in Traffic Law in Pennsylvania

Got a 1543b

I got a 1543b with only 1 month to go on my year suspension. I was driving because it was out of necessaity. What do I have to prove for driving in distress?


Asked on 10/20/05, 9:52 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Mark Johns Mark Johns, Esquire

Re: Got a 1543b

Necessity can be a defense to a 1543(b). You must prove that the harm you would have suffered if you had not driven outweighed the harm of your driving. You need to speak to an attorney as 60-90 days incarceration is a statutory requirement. I offer free consultations.

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Answered on 10/20/05, 11:31 am


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