If I was pulled over for driving without a license and ticketed but was driving because my mother pulled her hamstring and was unable to, should I plead guilty?

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If I was pulled over for driving without a license and ticketed but was driving because my mother pulled her hamstring and was unable to, should I plead guilty?

Asked on December 30, 2012 under Criminal Law, New York

Answers:

Richard Southard / Law Office of Richard Southard

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

That would not be a valid defense in New York.  This does not mean that you should plead guilty, it just meas that you should speak to a qualified experienced defense attorney to discuss what defenses are available to you.  Please note if you are charged with VTL section 511, that it is an unclassified misdemeanor and a guilty plea wil result in a permanent criminal record that cannot be erased or expunged in New York State.

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

I suggest that you plead not guilty at the upcoming arraignment of the criminal matter that you have found yourself in. Before the arraignment I suggest that you consult with a criminal defense attorney to discuss strategy in getting the matter against you resolved.


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