License Suspended in Prince George’s County? You Don’t Have to Handle This Alone.
A Driving While Suspended charge in Prince George’s County can disrupt your job, finances, and record — especially when the MVA suspension was unexpected. Many drivers are stopped along major PG routes such as Route 4, Route 50, the Beltway (I-495), or in communities like Upper Marlboro, Hyattsville, Largo, and Laurel without knowing their privilege to drive was suspended. These cases are serious, but with the right legal approach, they are also highly fixable.
The Law Offices of David R. Waranch helps drivers throughout Prince George’s County correct MVA issues, reinstate their driving privileges, and defend Suspended License charges aggressively in District Court. Our priority is simple: restore your license and protect your record — often before your court date.
We also defend more serious related charges such as Driving While Revoked, ensuring all license issues are handled together for the strongest possible result.
Understanding Driving While Suspended in Maryland
In Maryland, your outcome depends on why the suspension occurred. Prince George’s County drivers face numerous types of suspensions — some administrative, some criminal — each carrying different penalties and defenses.
Common causes of license suspension include:
- Unpaid traffic tickets or fines
- Failure to appear in court
- Insurance-related suspensions (MVA insurance lapses)
- DUI or breath-test administrative actions
- Excessive MVA points
- Medical-related suspensions
- Outstanding out-of-state violations
- MVA clerical or notice errors
In countless cases, the MVA mailed the notice to an old address — and the driver never knew. This is often a major defense.
Maryland has two main suspended-license charges:
- §16-303(c) — criminal suspension (most serious)
- §16-303(h) — administrative suspension (less serious)
Drivers in PG County are frequently overcharged under §16-303(c). Correcting the charge classification can instantly reduce penalties.
Penalties for Driving While Suspended in Maryland
If charged under §16-303(c) (criminal suspension):
- Up to 1 year in jail (2 years for repeat offenders)
- Fines up to $1,000
- 12 MVA points
- Potential revocation
- Insurance and background check impact
If charged under §16-303(h) (administrative suspension):
- Up to $500 in fines
- 3 MVA points
- Insurance increases
Even the lower-level charge creates a criminal record that can affect employment, professional licenses, security clearances, and commercial driving eligibility. Mishandling the case can even escalate it into a Driving While Revoked offense.
Why Drivers Get Charged — Even If They Didn’t Know They Were Suspended
The State must prove you had knowledge of your suspension — and they often cannot. Many PG County cases involve drivers who were never properly notified.
Examples of “lack of knowledge” include:
- MVA mailed notices to an old address
- Tickets were paid, but the court did not notify the MVA
- Out-of-state issues were cleared but not updated
- MVA record errors or delays
We verify these issues by reviewing your official Maryland driving record and correcting underlying problems.
With proper preparation, many cases qualify for dismissal, PBJ, or significant reductions.
How a Prince George’s County Suspended License Lawyer Helps You
We handle Driving While Suspended cases daily at the Upper Marlboro and Hyattsville District Courts. Our approach focuses on fixing your suspension early and building a defense that targets the weaknesses in the State’s case. For a broader understanding of how license suspensions and related offenses are handled statewide, reviewing guidance from a Maryland traffic lawyer can be helpful.
- Identify the exact cause of your suspension
- Guide you through reinstating your license before court
- Challenge the stop when improper or unsupported
- Argue lack of knowledge where supported by evidence
- Reduce charges to lower-level offenses when possible
- Appear in Upper Marlboro or Hyattsville District Court for you
Most clients who take proactive steps avoid jail, major fines, and long-term consequences. Working with an experienced Prince George’s County traffic lawyer ensures your case is handled with a strategy tailored to local courts and prosecutors.
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Where We Handle Driving While Suspended Cases in Prince George’s County
We represent suspended-license cases across Prince George’s County, including:
- Upper Marlboro
- Hyattsville
- Largo
- Laurel
- Bowie
- College Park
- Greenbelt
- Suitland
Whether you were stopped along Pennsylvania Avenue, Riggs Road, Baltimore Avenue, Indian Head Highway, or near the Beltway — we understand how PG County courts approach these cases.
We Also Serve Other Maryland Counties
Fix Your Suspension Before Court — Start Today
Driving While Suspended charges can be serious, but most cases can be repaired quickly with the right steps. Acting early makes all the difference.
Call 301-563-9575 or visit www.davidwaranch.com to get your free consultation today.
Law Offices of David R. Waranch — Experienced Maryland Traffic Defense.
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