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False ID submitted fot driving offense

Daughter (whose car they were driving)and Cousin pulled over for expired registration (1 with a restricted license the other a suspended license due to recent dui). Somehow they were able to give another person information (a sister's who was not present) as being the driver of the car when pulled over. The unknown sister received a notice in mail claiming a warrant was issued for failure to pay or appear on the citation. What range of penalties and solutions would apply to such an instance. The sister whose ID/Info was falsely used doesn't want any of this on her record. Jail time, fines ?? for the others?? (all reside out of state, and were in Nevada working at the time)


Asked on 10/26/07, 11:59 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Steven Mandell Law Offices of Steven R. Mandell

Re: False ID submitted fot driving offense

There are ways to get this case dismissed without having to incriminate the guilty parties, but the tactics will vary with the actual facts of the case. What you need to do is hire an attorney in the town where your daughter's court appearance is and hopefully that attorney can straighten it all out. Since the innocent daughter has received a warrant notice, it is important to take care of it quickly. Otherwise, the innocent daughter may get arrested on the warrant here in California - there are many ways this can happen. Time is of the essence. If you'd like to talk to me about this, please don't hesitate to contact me. Steve Mandell

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Answered on 10/28/07, 6:52 pm
James Smith James E. Smith Ltd.

Re: False ID submitted fot driving offense

I would recommend you hire an attorney fo file a motion to quash the bench warrant and appear before the Judge. Otherwise, the penalty could be severe.

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Answered on 10/27/07, 8:47 am


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