Attorney Joshua Monteiro recently helped his client get a one year suspension for obtaining a license by fraud completely removed so that he could continue driving.
On November 18, 2025, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (HSMV) issued a Final Order fully lifting the suspension and correcting his driving record. The suspension, which had been imposed on August 8, 2025, was based on an allegation of obtaining a driver license by fraud under Florida Statute § 322.27.
The HSMV suspended the driving privilege after determining that a license had been obtained by fraud. This type of administrative action can have immediate and devastating consequences — loss of work, inability to drive family members, and major disruptions to daily life.
We immediately filed for a formal show cause hearing to give our client the opportunity to present evidence and prove the suspension was improper.
On October 27, 2025, a formal administrative hearing was held before HSMV Field Hearing Officer Bethany Connelly, Esq., Attorney Joshua Monteiro presented exhibits along with additional supporting documentation that clearly demonstrated the suspension should never have been issued because no fraud or attempt to commit fraud actually occurred.
After careful review of the Department’s records and the evidence we submitted, Hearing Officer Connelly ruled in our client’s favor.
The final order read:
“Upon review of the Department’s records and information received at the review, to include Petitioner’s Exhibit #1, this hearing officer finds that Petitioner provided sufficient evidence to show his driving privilege should not have been suspended and the driving record has been corrected.”
Ordered this 18th day of November, 2025. – Bethany Connelly, Esq. HSMV Field Hearing Officer Bureau of Administrative Reviews”
Our client’s driving privileges have been fully restored, and the negative notation has been removed from his permanent driving record. He can now drive legally without restriction — a life-changing result for him and his family.
Many people don’t realize that an HSMV suspension for “submitting a fraudulent application” or “obtaining a license by fraud” can often be successfully challenged with the right evidence and experienced representation. These are administrative hearings, not criminal trials, but they require precise preparation, knowledge of HSMV procedures, and strong documentary evidence.
If your license has been suspended for any reason — including alleged fraud, DUI-related issues, or failure to pay fines — you have the right to fight back.
Don’t wait until you’re pulled over or lose your job. Contact our office immediately for a free consultation. We handle HSMV administrative hearings, driver’s license suspensions, and all related criminal defense matters throughout Tampa Bay.
Call Joshua Monteiro, Esq., today at 813-250-0500 or fill out our online contact form for a confidential case review.
Results like this don’t happen by accident — they happen with aggressive, experienced representation.
Disclaimer: Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. This blog post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
