Driving with the Wrong Type of License in Israel
This article addresses driving with the wrong type of license in Israel. All issues related to Israeli traffic law fall under the Ministry of Transport and Road Safety.
Legal Issues
It is a crime to drive a vehicle without a driver’s license in Israel. Likewise, it is illegal to drive a vehicle that is not covered by your driver’s license. For example, you may not drive a manual-transmission vehicle if you are only licensed to drive automatic vehicles. An even more severe offense would be driving a large truck when you are only licensed to drive private vehicles. The courts consider this type of offense a danger to public safety because the driver lacks the proven skills to use the vehicle they are driving.
Penalty for Driving with the Wrong Type of License in Israel
The penalty for driving with the wrong type of license depends on the exact circumstances and nature of the violation but can often include a fine and a suspension of one’s driving license for a set period of time.
If you have been caught driving a vehicle with the wrong type of license, it is advisable to take all the necessary steps to acquire the correct kind of license prior to your court appearance. If you do so, it is likely that the court will view this as an attempt to rectify your actions. It is also advisable that you hire an experienced traffic lawyer who can defend you in court and attempt to mitigate your punishment. For tips on what to look for when seeking an Israeli traffic lawyer, see our article on the subject.
Additional Articles of Interest
We provide numerous articles on the topic of Israeli traffic law and violations on our website. Among others, these include driving unaccompanied, driving with an expired license, getting in a car accident, hit and run, compensation for damage in an accident, and drunk driving.
Contact Us
If you were caught driving with the wrong type of license, please contact us. Advocate Moti Orange specializes in Israeli traffic law, and he can help you with your legal needs.
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