If I pled nolo why is my license suspended as if I had pled guilty?

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If I pled nolo why is my license suspended as if I had pled guilty?

I was ticketed for failure to maintain insurance (which a conviction of will automatically suspend my driver’s license). I pled nolo, and it was accepted by the judge. I asked the judge if my DL was or was going to be suspended, and he said no. Then I get a notice saying my license is suspended. What happened and do I have recourse?

Asked on August 29, 2012 under Criminal Law, Georgia

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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Under the laws of all states in this country, if one is convicted of driving a motor vehicle without having insurance of the vehicle, his or her driver's license is suspended by the given state's department of motor vehicles for a set period of time and until proof of insurance is made. You plead "no contest" as to your offense. Under the law for criminal purposes, you have been been convicted of a crime. I suggest that you consult with a criminal defense attorney as to what your possible legal recourse is now.


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