The appellant, a novice driver, appealed a 30-day driver's license suspension incurred after pre-paying a speeding ticket.
He argued he was unaware of the suspension as a direct consequence of the plea.
The court dismissed the appeal, holding that such a suspension for a novice driver is a direct penalty, not a collateral consequence requiring a *Wong* analysis.
The decision emphasized the heightened duty of novice drivers to inform themselves of driving regulations and consequences, noting readily available information sources.
