An Attorney Will Be Needed For A Fake ID Arrest
A vacation hotspot, Destin is known for targeting underage drinkers.
Although MIP is the most common charge during spring spring, charges for the possession of a “fake I.D.” Depending on the type of identification used, the charges can vary.
In accordance to FL statute 322.212 it is unlawful for a person to knowingly:
A. Have in his or her possession any blank, forged, stolen, fictitious, counterfeit, or unlawfully issued driver’s license or identification card
B. Sell, manufacture, or deliver a blank, forged, stolen, fictitious, counterfeit, or unlawfully issued driver’s license or identification card
C. Offer to sell, manufacture, or deliver a blank, forged, stolen, fictitious, counterfeit, or unlawfully issued driver’s license or identification card
On the Emerald Coast, this is a relatively common offense, especially during spring break. With that being said, it is important to understand the various penalties that accompany a fake I.D. charge.
Most popularly used to illegally obtain alcohol, fake identification charges also entail using another person’s identification to illegally operate a vehicle, illegally obtain prescriptions, or using any other person’s identification for any other purposes besides the ones previously mentioned.
It is important to note that one can be charged with the possession of false identification, even if one is not actually using the illegal identification card. For instance, it is not uncommon for a driver to be pulled over for a traffic offense, and accidentally hand an officer and identification card that is not their valid drivers license.
Even though this would not be a scenario in which the identification was being used, the possession of the I.D. alone is enough for an arrest.
Not only does FL statute 322.212 cover the use of identification cards such as drivers licenses, it also covers the use of any other form of identification including insurance cards, or any other state issued identification card.
In some instances (A), a fake ID charge is considered a third degree felony, which means up to 5 years of jail time and a $5,000 fine. In other instances, a fake ID charge (B and C) is considered a misdemeanor in the second degree which carries up to a $500 fine and 60 days in jail.
Fake ID charges are taken more seriously in Florida than in other states, making the hiring of an attorney all the more important.
If you feel that getting some of the best possible help you can for your son or daughter after an arrest for using a fake ID is important, please do not hesitate to call Lupella & Rehr for a free and confidential, consultation.
We will not pressure you in any way but offers our knowledge and experience to assist you in understanding your options. With offices in Destin (850) 424-5240 and Fort Walton Beach (850) 362-6655, and serving Okaloosa County, Walton County, and Santa Rosa County; and the many beach communities of Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Sandestin, Santa Rosa Beach, Navarre, Niceville, Mary Esther, Crestview, Defuniak Springs and throughout Okaloosa County, Walton County, and Santa Rosa County.
More Information Regarding MIP, Underage Drinking & Fake ID’s
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- Destin Underage Drinking Crackdown
- Arrested For Alchohol Possession During Spring Break
- Walton County Targeting Underage Drinking
- Difference Between An Arrest & Notice To Appear
- Penalties For Possession Of Alcohol By A Minor
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