What is The Penalty For Driving Without License in Kentucky ?
Reader’s Question:
What will be the penalties if a seventeen year old is caught driving without license in Richmond, Kentucky?
John
Richmond, KY
Driving without a license in Richmond Kentucky is a Class B misdemeanor. It is also a Class B misdemeanor for the individual permitting you to operate their vehicle knowing that you are not licensed and thus he or she could also be charge and penalized for letting an unlicensed motorist drive their car. A Class B misdemeanor in the state of Kentucky can come with up to ninety days in jail and/or a fine of up to $250.
At seventeen one is still a minor and a serious violation such as driving without a license may cause a delay in you being able to get your driver’s license. You would need to verify with the KY Transportation Cabinet to know how this offense could affect your licensing process.
Teen Driver Stopped With No Auto Insurance Coverage In Kentucky?
Reader’s Question:
I am under the age of 18. What happens if I get pulled over and I got no car insurance in Fayette, Kentucky?
Bart
Fayette, KY
The penalties for driving uninsured in Fayette Kentucky can be rather harsh. For a 1st offense you are cited to go to court and be imprisoned for not more than 90 days or be fined between $500 to $1000 or both.
Your Kentucky license plates and motor vehicle registration can be suspended for 1 year or until proof of auto insurance is provided. You could also lose your license for up to 1 year. The penalties increase for each subsequent offense of not having proper proof of car insurance.
If you do not yet have your full KY license, due to the graduated licensing system and being under eighteen, there may be other penalties included so check with the KY Transportation Cabinet.
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