If your license is suspended and you travel to another state to obtain a new license, what is the status of your suspension?

• A. It remains suspended
• B. It is canceled
• C. It is lifted temporarily
• D. You can drive in that state

Answer: (A)

When a driver's license is suspended, it means that the individual is legally prohibited from driving until certain conditions are met. If a person with a suspended license travels to another state to obtain a new license, the status of their original suspension remains unchanged. The suspension is a legal action imposed by the individual's home state, and states have agreements known as the Interstate Driver's License Compact that allow them to share information regarding driving history, including suspensions.

Therefore, even if a new license is obtained in a different state, the original suspension is still in effect, and the individual is not legally allowed to drive. The new state will typically not issue a license to someone whose previous license is currently suspended. This ensures that individuals do not circumvent the consequences of their actions and maintains the integrity of the driving laws and regulations.