Driving Without a License
Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-36 — an infraction the first time, a fine of $75 to $90
No person may operate a motor vehicle on a public highway, or on a private road with an established speed limit, until they have obtained a motor vehicle operator's license.
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| Offense | Penalty |
|---|---|
| OffenseA first offense | PenaltyAn infraction, with a fine of not less than $75 or more than $90 |
| OffenseA later offense | PenaltyA fine of not less than $250 or more than $350, up to 30 days in jail, or both |
| OffenseOne earlier violation of this section or of driving under suspension | PenaltyIn addition, a fine of up to $500 or up to 100 hours of community service |
Having a license and not carrying it while driving is a separate infraction.
Sources for this section (2)
- Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-36 — Motor vehicle operator's license
- Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-213 — Operation without carrying operator's license
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Connecticut attorney.