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The Hidden Cost of Debt Based License Suspensions in North Carolina
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North Carolina State Director Maggie Horzempa, joined Senior Policy Analyst Ross Jackson to break down how driver’s license suspensions for non–public safety reasons are affecting everyday North Carolinians. From missed work opportunities and barriers to employment, to the ripple effects on families and the state workforce, these policies often create more instability than accountability. Instead of improving public safety, they can trap people in cycles of debt, limited mobility, and ongoing legal consequences, including driving while suspended just to meet basic needs like work, childcare, and court appearances.