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What can I use as a defense for driving without ever having a driver's license and no insurance?

I got into an accident in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. I have no other traffic violations, but I am on probation for chemical endangerment. Is there a defense I can use for driving without a license or insurance?

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Shannon Martin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I am sorry to hear that happened; it sounds like you might be in a pretty tough situation. Unfortunately, very few defenses are valid reasons to drive without a license and
without insurance
. However, there are a couple of things you can do to help your case.
A judge may take into consideration, according to the Alabama DMV:
  • If it was a medical emergency and the only option was for you to drive.
  • If you were in the employment of the Federal Government and were driving one of their cars.
  • If you needed to drive a tractor on the highway for a short period of time.
For a first-time offense, the fees aren’t too bad. They can range from $10-$100. Since you are already on probation, ask the judge if you can take a safety class to make any fees a little lower. Keep in mind that this incident most likely will cause a delay in getting a driver’s license.
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