What does it mean to have a "suspended" driver's license?

Having a "suspended" driver's license means that your driving privileges have been temporarily revoked due to specific violations or issues related to your driving record. This can happen for various reasons, such as accumulating too many points on your driving record, DUI offenses, or failing to pay fines. During the suspension period, you are not allowed to operate a motor vehicle until the suspension is lifted, and you typically must meet certain requirements or fulfill conditions to have your driving privileges restored.

A suspended license is different from a permanently revoked license, which means you would no longer be able to drive again unless you go through a long process to regain driving privileges. In contrast, a suspension is temporary, allowing for the possibility of reinstatement after a set period or upon meeting specific conditions. Additionally, a person with a suspended license cannot legally drive, which is not the case for restricted licenses that have specific limitations but are still valid. Lastly, a higher-class upgrade of a license is unrelated to suspension and pertains to the type of vehicle one may operate, rather than the status of their driving privileges.