If I just had a case dismissed for speeding, however now the state is pressing charges for driving while license is suspended, can they do this with no probable cause?
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If I just had a case dismissed for speeding, however now the state is pressing charges for driving while license is suspended, can they do this with no probable cause?
The vehicle was not registered in my name and the reason they pulled me over was for speeding, which was dismissed.
Asked on February 9, 2013 under Criminal Law, Washington
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
So long as the statute of limitations has not run with respect to the second charge for driving on a suspended license the district attorney's office can press the charge against you because there was probable cause to pull you over most likely for speeding where it was discovered that you may have been driving on a suspended license. I suggest that you consult further about your matter with a criminal defense attorney.
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Speeding and driving on a suspended license are separate charges. When you are stopped for speeding or another traffic violation, the police routinely ask to see your driver's license and check to determine it is valid. When they checked your license and discovered it was suspended, you were charged with driving on a suspended license. The police followed appropriate procedures in your case.
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