How does CA treat out of state driver license suspensions (non-DUI moving violation)?

California and Virginia are members of the interstate drivers license compact. All member states recognize actions taken by other member states.

If Virgina suspends your driving privilege, California will recognize the suspension. Sometimes these things fall through the cracks, but if CA DMV is informed, it sill suspend your license.

Generally a suspension for failure to pay a citation lasts until you take care of the ticket. You should contact an attorney who practices in the Virginia county where you were cited. You might also contact the clerk of the court where the citation was issued and see if you can just mail a check for the fine and clear up the issue.

Please understand that this is a general discussion of legal principles by a California lawyer and does not create an attorney/client relationship. It's impossible to give detailed, accurate advice based on a few sentences on a website (and you shouldn't provide too much specific information about your legal matter on a public forum like Avvo, anyway). You should always seek advice from an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction who can give you an informed opinion after reviewing all of the relevant information.

I agree with Attorney Marshall's answer and would add the fact/question - did you ever obtain a California license since it appears you now reside here - you don't want to get a double ticket.

Good luck with the situation.

I need to see your notice! It is hard to answer the question because until VA notifies CA, nothing will happen.


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