New York Suspended License Lawyer for AUO Tickets

Got a ticket for driving with a suspended license in New York? That charge is called aggravated unlicensed operation, or AUO, and it is more serious than a regular traffic ticket. Our suspended license lawyers fight AUO charges in town, village and city courts across New York, and we work on getting your license back on track at the same time.

What is Aggravated Unlicensed Operation (AUO) in New York?

AUO means driving on a public road while your New York license or driving privilege is suspended or revoked. It is a crime, not just a traffic ticket:

• AUO in the 3rd degree is a misdemeanor. The court can impose a fine, up to 30 days in jail, or both.
• AUO in the 2nd degree is a more serious misdemeanor. One example: driving with 3 or more suspensions for unanswered tickets or unpaid fines, put in place on 3 different dates.
• AUO in the 1st degree is a felony. One example: driving with 5 or more suspensions or revocations from 5 different dates.

Why you need a suspended license lawyer

An AUO charge can leave you with a criminal record, a fine, and a longer road back to a valid license. Pleading guilty just to get it over with is never the smart first move. Our lawyers work on both problems at once: the AUO charge in front of the judge, and the suspension behind it.

• We find out why your license was suspended, and whether the suspension was valid and still in effect on the day you were stopped.
• We fight to get the AUO charge reduced or dismissed.
• We help you clear what caused the suspension, like an old ticket or an unpaid fine, so you can drive legally again.

Common reasons a New York license gets suspended

• Not answering a traffic ticket, or missing a court date. Missing a court date can lead to a suspension.
• Not paying a traffic fine on time.
• Too many points: 11 points in 24 months can lead to a suspension.
• Not paying a Driver Responsibility Assessment.
• A lapse in your car insurance.
• A DWI or other alcohol-related case.

Many drivers only find out about a suspension at a traffic stop. What you do next matters. See all the New York traffic tickets we handle.

How Flickit handles your AUO ticket

• Send us your ticket. Snap a photo and upload it, or send it on WhatsApp.
• We check your license: why it was suspended and what it takes to fix it.
• Our lawyers build your defense and fight for you in court.

Not sure if your license is suspended?

Don’t guess, and don’t drive until you know. Send us your ticket or your license details and we’ll check it for you.

Suspended license lawyer FAQ

Is driving with a suspended license a crime in New York?

Yes. Driving with a suspended license is aggravated unlicensed operation (AUO). The lowest level, AUO in the 3rd degree, is a misdemeanor.

How many points do you get for driving with a suspended license in New York?

The DMV’s point chart lists aggravated unlicensed operation at 11 points. That is enough on its own to keep you off the road for a long time. Send us your ticket and we’ll check what applies to yours.

Do I need a suspended license lawyer for an AUO ticket?

AUO is a criminal charge, so the stakes are higher than a regular ticket. A criminal defense lawyer who handles traffic cases knows how to fight the charge and how to fix the suspension behind it. Our lawyers do both.

Can I just plead guilty and pay the fine?

A guilty plea to AUO is a criminal conviction on your record. Talk to us before you plead to anything.

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