Legal Question in Traffic Law in Florida

I have a suspended license. I am in Brooksville Fl. I never drive, but i did today to run a small errand. I had my 3 children in the car with me. The officer said I had SIX suspensions and the only reason he did not arrest me is b/c of my kids. He gave me a day to appear in court. Am I looking at jail time? I have never had any legal trouble other than my license. I am scared to death for my kids...my baby is still breastfed! Do I need a lawyer? I do not know if I can afford one :(


Asked on 5/11/11, 8:20 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Craig Epifanio Craig Epifanio, P.A.

Yes you potentially facing jail time as this could be a misdemeanor with a max penalty of either 60 days jail or a year in jail. You should definitely talk to a lawyer. The attorney may be able to assert possible defenses such as necessity or negotiate a non-jail sentence. You should contact an attorney right away.

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Answered on 5/12/11, 7:21 am


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