Getting arrested for DUI does not mean you will be convicted. Police misconduct, defective breathalyzers and crime lab mistakes may be enough to get your charges lessened or dismissed. Visit our page on Colorado DUI Laws to learn more.
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In Colorado, the possession of an altered or fake driver’s license, or use of another person’s driver’s license, is generally a class 2 misdemeanor under CRS 42-2-136. Unlawful possession of a driver’s license can result in up to 120 days in jail and/or up to $750 in fines. In this article, our Colorado criminal defense lawyers will address:
Under C.R.S. 42-2-136, the unlawful possession or use of a driver’s license is a crime. This applies to the use of a driver’s license, minor driver’s license, temporary driver’s license, and instruction permit. The unlawful use of a driver’s license in Colorado includes:
There may be many reasons someone uses an unlawful license. This includes the use of a fake license to get a job as a delivery driver, or using another driver’s license to avoid using their real name. Many drivers under the age of 21 obtain a fraudulent license to try and purchase alcohol. However, the unlawful possession or use of a license can result in a traffic violation. Depending on how the license was used, it may also result in criminal penalties.
Bars, restaurants, and liquor stores have employees trained in identifying fake IDs. Increasingly, underage individuals are trying to obtain fake IDs in order to purchase recreational marijuana in Colorado. Servers, clerks, and bouncers may report fake IDs to law enforcement.
The unlawful use or possession of a driver’s license is a class 2 misdemeanor in Colorado.1 The penalties for use of a fake driver’s license include up to 120 days in jail and/or up to $750 in fines. However, in most cases, an individual convicted of unlawful possession or a license can be sentenced to probation and avoid serving jail time.
Anyone who photographs, copies, or duplicates a driver’s license for the purpose of distribution, resale, or reuse may be charged with a petty offense.2 This includes making a fake license for a friend using computer photo-editing software. Penalties include up to 10 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $300.
There may be a number of possible defenses to charges of using a fake driver’s license. Your Colorado defense attorney will investigate your case and identify the available legal defenses for your case. Possible defenses include:
The unlawful use of a license can result in multiple traffic offenses or criminal penalties. Other related offenses include driving without a license, or using a fake ID. The unlawful use of a commercial driver’s license restricts a driver’s ability to obtain a license in the future.
The unlawful possession or use of a commercial driver’s license (CDL) involves obtaining a fake CDL, using another driver’s CDL, or allowing another person to use one’s own CDL. Unlawful use of a CDL can be a class 2 misdemeanor or a petty offense.
It is also unlawful in Colorado to display or use a fraudulently obtained identification card. This includes allowing another person to use your valid ID. Use of a fake ID can be a class 2 misdemeanor or a petty offense.
Driving without a license can be a class A traffic infraction or a class B traffic infraction in Colorado. The penalty for driving without a license includes a fine of up to $100.
If you were charged for the unlawful use or possession of a Colorado driver’s license, please contact us at Colorado Legal Defense Group. Our caring Colorado defense attorneys have many years of experience representing clients who have been charged with motor vehicle violations and criminal offenses. We are among the best Colorado criminal defense attorneys to call. Contact us today for a free consultation by phone or in-person or in our Denver law office.