Complimentary Traffic Ticket Case Evaluations. Call Now. (315) 396-8006

Traffic Ticket Articles

What is Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in New York?

by Seth Azria on 11/06/2019

It is Driving with a Suspended Licence

Aggravated Unlicensed Operation or “AUO” is based on driving with a suspended license. It a misdemeanor, and therefore a crime under New York law.

A person is guilty of aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree when a person operates a motor vehicle upon a public highway while knowing or having reason to know that their license or privilege of driving has been suspended, revoked or otherwise withdrawn by the DMV.

AUO Charges May Come as a Surprise

AUO charges sometimes come as a surprise to you. An unresolved ticket from years ago may have caused a suspension without you knowing about it. Sometimes people move, forget to update their address with the DMV or otherwise do not receive a mailed suspension notice. Unfortunately not receiving the notice is not a defense. The law requires only that the DMV mail a notice to your address on file. This deemed to have given reason to know that they have suspended.

Whether you were actually aware of the suspension or not, being charged with AUO means that you will personally have to appear in court for an arraignment before a judge. And because the charge is a misdemeanor crime, you will need a lawyer to represent you. Judges will often advise defendants attending that initial court appearance without a lawyer to find a lawyer or will assign a lawyer if the defendant cannot afford a lawyer.

Penalties for AUO in New York

AUO in the 3rd Degree conviction:

a fine of $200-$500,
imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both.

Multiple AUO offenses or numerous suspensions pending can result in a:

AUO Second Degree, which is punishable by:

a fine of not less than $500,
prison of up to 180 days, or probation.

An AUO related to alcohol can be elevated to the first degree, which is a class-E felony.

For more on the degrees of AUO.

Defense Lawyers: Experienced, Efficient, and Knowledgeable

An A&B lawyer will appear with you in court, help you identify and resolve the suspensions on your license, and negotiate a resolution with the prosecutor. Our goals in AUO cases is to first to eliminate a criminal conviction and ensure that the client's license is clear to drive.

If you have been charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation please call us at (315) 364-1155 for a free evaluation of your charges and driving record.

Need help with your ticket?

One speeding conviction may cause premiums to increase over $2,000 in three years. The Zebra.

Don't plead guilty. .

Our experienced traffic defense lawyer is available to talk to you about your case.

Accepting Cases in Onondaga County Only.

Free Consultations. Call Now.
(315) 396-8006

Can't talk now?

Schedule a time for a lawyer to call you when it's convenient.

Schedule a Call for Later

Traffic Tickets
(315) 396-8006 -free consultations
[email protected] -questions & submissions
Traffic Articles Home

Article Categories

Hire your traffic lawyer online. Start Now

Seth stands by his work and gets results

From the first phone conversation with Seth in regard to my ticket for allegedly operating an electronic device I knew I had the right attorney. He assured me I had the best in the area and he was proven right when my ticket was dismissed by the judge. The process to collect as much positive information from a client like myself to go to bat for me has proven that he is an experienced professional and willing to go the distance for his clients. I couldn't be happier.

Andrew posted to Avvo

So helpful and professional

Mr. Habib and his firm were so helpful and courteous while working on my case. He was very reassuring and any questions I had were answered quickly. This is a excellent firm to work with.

Lynette posted to Avvo

Google Review

I’ve had the awesome experience with this law firm. It was my very first ticket and the way they helped me was impressive. I’d highly recommend these guys, I can assure that you’ll be happy with the results.

Thanks a lot guys

Dharmesh Yadav posted to Google+

Yelp Review

As a a 60 year old physician I am semi-retired and my wife and I travel the country to do work in my specialty at places that are shorthanded. Since I only work about 1/3 of the year we have time to drive to these places. Recently I was stopped on a highway in NY. I haven't had a speeding ticket since I was in my twenties. The officer said I was doing 81 in a 65 MPH zone (my reading 76 while trying to pass a slow moving vehicle with a line of cars behind me trying to get by me as well). I read the reviews and chose Attorney Azria.

The office staff was pleasant and efficient, and put me right through to Attorney Azria. He explained the process with perfect clarity and went to work. Although he explained the process could take 4-6 weeks he resolved the issue in 10 days, reducing the violation to a non-moving violation with a small fee and no points. His price was more than fair.

I've been lucky enough as a physician to have never been sued but doctors by nature do not have an affinity for lawyers. However, if you find yourself in need of one, it is hard to imagine someone better at their job than Attorney Azria. Thank you sir. If I could give you 6 stars out of 5 I would.

Norman D. Miller, MD posted to Yelp

Norm M.