If you’ve received an “Order of Suspension/Probation” notice from the DMV, you’ll need help with a CA DMV NOTS hearing to protect your driving record.
The DMV usually sends these notices by mail, and you only have 14 days from the mailing date to request a hearing. If a peace officer serves you in person, you only have 10 days. You can request a hearing by phone or mail, but it must be postmarked before the deadline.
If you receive an Order of Suspension/Probation after the deadline, contact us immediately. Certain legal justifications, such as military duty, deportation, or incarceration, might allow an extension.
Don’t just assume you are out of luck because you missed the deadline. Consult a traffic attorney.
We’ll reach out to the CA DMV on your behalf.
Ignoring or incorrectly handling the process could result in a six-month suspension and 12 months of probation.
Understanding how the Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS) works can help you take the right steps to avoid losing your driving privileges.
CA DMV NOTS Hearing: What You Need to Know
California’s NOTS system is a point-based program that tracks traffic violations and at-fault accidents, and it is administered by the CA DMV.
If you accumulate too many NOTS points, your license can be suspended or revoked, and you must meet specific requirements to get your license reinstated. You must pay a reinstatement fee and present an SR-22 proving that you have insurance coverage, and your rates will likely increase.
The DMV issues an Order of Suspension/Probation when you accumulate:
4 NOTS points in 12 months
6 NOTS points in 24 months
8 NOTS points in 36 months
Once the DMV mails your suspension notice, you have 14 days to request a CA DMV NOTS hearing. Without this hearing, your suspension will take effect after 34 days.
A traffic attorney can make a significant difference in these cases by identifying errors or changes in law that could help remove points from your record.
Understanding NOTS Points
Your driving record determines your NOTS points, but errors can happen.
If a conviction or at-fault accident is recorded or filed incorrectly, it could lead to an unfair suspension. Reviewing your Motor Vehicle Driving Record (MVR) with a traffic attorney is crucial before your hearing.
Request a copy of your MVR online or at a local DMV office. If there are mistakes, you can dispute them. A traffic attorney can help correct errors and present evidence at your hearing.
Why Hire a CA Traffic Attorney for Your DMV NOTS Hearing?
A CA DMV NOTS hearing is your chance to challenge violations and protect your driving record.
But navigating this process alone can be overwhelming. A skilled traffic attorney understands DMV procedures and knows how to fight unfair NOTS points.
Legal Knowledge: Attorneys know the latest changes in CA traffic laws.
Case Strategy: They analyze your record and build a strong defense.
Effective Representation: They challenge errors and argue to remove NOTS points.
Understanding NOTS points and hiring an attorney can significantly increase your chances of keeping your driving privileges intact.
We have over a decade of experience handling CA DMV NOTS hearings in Central Valley, including Fresno County. Contact us today to get started!
If your attorney can successfully demonstrate the revocation or suspension was unjustified, or the evidence was insufficient, the DMV hearing officer might decide to dismiss the case and reinstate your license.
Consult Bigger & Harman About a CA DMV NOTS Hearing in Fresno County
If you receive an Order of Suspension and Probation, you will need help with a CA DMV NOTS Hearing. Call Bigger & Harman at 349-9300 or 349-9755—se habla Español.
Likewise, if you have a traffic ticket you need resolved in Fresno County Courthouse, let’s discuss your options. We have a solid reputation of success with speeding tickets.
Also, use our convenient online contact form or email us at attorney@biggerharmanlaw.com.
References:
The Bankrate.com article, SR-22 in California.
The CA Driver Handbook English y Español.
The CA DMV Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS) Webpage.
CA VC 12810, Issuance and Renewal of Licenses.