Action after lost driver's license is found?

Questioner

A client had lost his driver's license, reported this to the municipality, found the license again, went driving and got a fine even though he could show the license. Is this correct? What can the client do to get rid of the fine and be able to drive normally again with his driver's license?

Lawyer

First of all, an explanation: if a driver's license is reported as lost or stolen, it is declared invalid by the RDW (Dutch Vehicle Authority). As a result, it is no longer allowed to drive with this driver's license, even if it is found later. If someone then drives with the invalidated driver's license, this can result in a fine. This seems to have happened in the case of your client. In principle, the fine cannot be waived because your client did not comply with the rules by driving with an invalidated driving license. However, your client can try to appeal against the sanction in the event of a fine. However, this must be substantiated and the chance of success is not guaranteed. In order to continue driving, your client will have to apply for a new driver's license at the municipality. The old, invalidated driver's license is no longer legally valid, even if it has been physically found. For specific legal assistance, it may be advisable to consult a lawyer or attorney who has experience with these issues.' ---------------- Please note! This orientation advice is based on limited information and may be incomplete or even incorrect for your situation. Always consult a lawyer or attorney for your further steps. Read disclaimer: https://rechtswinkel.nl/disclaimer ---------------- Call us for further assistance Stichting Rechtswinkel.nl is a national organization with students and volunteers. We may be able to help you free of charge or refer you to a reliable lawyer or legal expert. Call us during office hours on 040 2350423.