Steven J. Topazio - Attorney At Law

Operating Without a License

Massachusetts Operating Without a License lawyer

Contact Boston Operating Without a License Attorney Steven J. Topazio

Attorney Steven J. Topazio provides experienced legal representation on behalf of adults and juveniles facing criminal charges, including traffic offenses like driving without a valid license, driving on a suspended license, speeding or reckless driving. He handles a wide range of traffic charges on behalf of clients throughout Massachusetts.  If you have been charged with operating without a license or another traffic violation, schedule a free consultation by calling 617-422-5803 or Contact Attorney Topazio online.

A conviction for driving without a license could prevent you from obtaining a license in the future and subject you to fines and a possible prison sentence.

Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 90, Section 10, which pertains to operating a motor vehicle without license, provides that no person under sixteen years of age shall operate a motor vehicle upon any way, unless licensed by the registrar.  There are several exceptions to this law.

A) unless licensed in another state or country;
B) possesses a valid Massachusetts learner’s permit;
C) is the spouse of a member of the armed forces who is  accompanying such member and who has a valid operator’s license issued by another state;
D) is on active duty in the armed forces of the United States and has in his possession a license to operate motor vehicles issued by the state where he is domiciled;
E) is a member of the armed forces of the United States returning from active duty outside the United States, and has in his possession a license to operate motor vehicles issued by said armed forces in a foreign country.
F) The motor vehicle of a nonresident may be operated on the ways of the commonwealth if the nonresident operator is duly licensed under the laws of the state or country where such vehicle is registered;
G) a nonresident who holds a license under the laws of the state or country in which he resides may operate any motor vehicle of a type which he is licensed to operate under said license, duly registered in this commonwealth or in any state or country; provided, that it is determined by the registrar, his state or country grants substantially similar privileges to residents of this commonwealth.

If you are convicted of this crime you could face a $500 fine and up to 10 days in jail for a first offense. Second and subsequent offenses are punishable by 60 days to 1 year in jail.

Make an Informed Decision: Consult an Attorney Before You Pay a Ticket

If you have been issued a traffic citation for driving without a license or another traffic violation, you may be inclined to handle the matter by yourself, thinking it's cheaper and easier to just plead guilty, pay the fine and move forward with your life.  Before you make a decision that could adversely affect your car insurance and driving privileges, speak with an attorney who can advise you of your rights.

Comprehensive Case-Building

Attorney Topazio is prepared to investigate every aspect of the allegations and circumstances of your case, in order to identify the right strategy and build an aggressive defense on your behalf. Contact Attorney Topazio online or call 617-422-5803 to discuss your case.