If the RMV has suspended or revoked your driver’s license, you will not be legally allowed to operate a motor vehicle. This means you cannot drive your own car or any other vehicle, including rental cars or company vehicles. A suspended license is a temporary loss of driving privileges and usually has a specific end date. During the suspension period, you are not allowed to drive, but your license may be reinstated after the suspension is lifted. A revoked license is a permanent loss of driving privileges. This can happen for more serious offenses, such as multiple DUI convictions, hit and run accidents, or reckless driving. In this case, your license will be cancelled, and you will not be able to apply for a new one. The only way to have your driving privileges reinstated after a revocation is to go through the RMV’s reinstatement process, which may involve completing a driver’s education course, paying fines, and meeting other requirements. If you are caught driving with a suspended or revoked license, you can face serious consequences, including fines, jail time, and extended license suspension or revocation. It is important to abide by the RMV’s actions and not drive until your license is reinstated, to avoid further consequences and endangering yourself and others on the road.
