What does 'suspension' refer to in driving privileges?

Suspension in the context of driving privileges refers to the temporary removal of the ability to drive. When a driver’s license is suspended, it means the person cannot legally operate a vehicle for a designated period of time. This can happen for various reasons, such as accumulating too many traffic violations, driving under the influence, or failing to pay fines. After the suspension period is over, and certain conditions are met, the driver can typically reinstate their license and regain driving privileges.

The concept of suspension is distinct from other options: losing driving privileges permanently would be considered a revocation, while a fine is a monetary penalty rather than a change to driving status. An additional test requirement relates to the conditions under which a driver may regain their driving privileges post-suspension; this is not what suspension itself denotes.