HOW TO LOSE YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE IN WISCONSIN

While it might not seem like a big deal, having a driver’s license is a privilege which we oftentimes take for granted, and getting it revoked or suspended can seriously impact your life. Instead of having the freedom to go where you want when you want, your day to day routine is seriously impacted while you rely on others for your transportation.

Laws vary by state. A violation that triggers a license suspension in New York may not do so in Wisconsin. But every jurisdiction in the United States and Canada has at least some - or many - laws on the books that suspend driving privileges for things that have nothing to do with driving. When you are issued a ticket, there is a due date for your fine. By paying your ticket, you are stating you are guilty of committing the traffic offense. If this fine isn’t paid on time, it will result in the suspension of your license.

Operating a moving vehicle is often likened to a dangerous weapon, so in order to protect yourself and those around you, you are required to have vehicle insurance. If you get pulled over and are not currently insured, you will incur fines, reinstatement fees, and the loss of your license. In 32 states, judges can suspend someone's license the first time they are caught driving without insurance. In seven states, first-time offenders can also be jailed. Also note, someone whose driver's license is suspended cannot legally drive a friend's, family member's or employer's automobile, making it difficult to find and keep a job.

Even if there is no driving involved, but you were caught drinking, a minor can get their license suspended. Teens can also be denied driving privileges for a prior incident of tobacco possession or truancy.

Child support can be an incredibly controversial issue, but all 50 states place such an emphasis on it, that your license will be revoked if you fail to make your payments.

It's probably no surprise that if you're struggling financially you're more likely to lose your driver's license, no matter how safe a driver you are.

We're not saying these are related, just that a lot of behavior deemed socially unacceptable can cost you your driver's license, even if none of them are undertaken behind the wheel of a car.