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Question 7586

Driving a motor vehicle or moped when the driver's license has been declared invalid due to the total loss of the legally assigned points, can it be punished with a prison sentence?

  1. Yes, for a period of 3 to 6 months.
  2. Yes, for a period of 12 to 24 months, in addition to performing community service.
  3. No, only an administrative penalty will be imposed.
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Correct answer: Yes, for a period of 3 to 6 months.

Yes. Driving after your license has become invalid because you have lost all your points is a crime. The penalty is 3 to 6 months in prison, a fine for 12 to 24 months, or 31 to 90 days of community service.

Ley Orgánica 10/1995, de 23 de noviembre, del Código Penal