My wife is mad at me and now wants to turn me in for driving without a license. But she gave me the key’s to her vehicle.
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My wife is mad at me and now wants to turn me in for driving without a license. But she gave me the key’s to her vehicle.
Can they charge me for it? Or is there a time frame for her to do it?
Asked on June 22, 2009 under Criminal Law, North Dakota
Answers:
J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Driving without a license if an infraction in most states - i.e. the penaly is a simple fine. However, if the crime is a misdemeanor in your state, then the exposure is simply a higher fine or has worse implications as it results in you having a criminal record. whether or not your wife gave you the keys is irrelevant. if you drove without a license, then you are guilty. However, your wife's words alone may not be enough to convict you if the police didnt see you.
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