When a teenager first gets their driver’s license, the freedom of being able to go anywhere at any time is at the forefront of the mind. It’s not often that they have to consider what would happen if they ever got into a car accident. And it’s even more unlikely that they would acknowledge that their license could ever be suspended or taken away as a result of this event.
Each state has certain thresholds for suspending licenses following an accident. While many of them require severe circumstances, California can suspend a license in several different instances.
How Is It Decided?
Depending on the severity of the accident, your license can be suspended for any length of time, from 30 days to indefinitely. Most often, it will come down to one of three factors:- Property damage totaling $750 or greater
- Bodily injury
- Death
Can My License Be Suspended for Other Reasons?
Aside from car accidents, other instances that may result in losing your license include:- Driving without insurance
- Failure to report an accident
- Driving under the influence, refusing a drug or alcohol test, or underage drinking
- Excessive driving record points