New Mexico Statutes 66-5-18. Altered, forged or fictitious license; penalty
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A. A person who uses or possesses an altered, forged or fictitious driver’s license, permit or identification card is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the New Mexico Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| fourth degree felony | up to 18 months | up to $5,000 |
B. A person who alters or forges a driver’s license, permit or identification card or who makes a fictitious driver’s license, permit or identification card is guilty of a fourth degree felony.
C. A person who possesses or uses a fraudulent, counterfeit or forged document to apply for or renew a driver’s license, permit or identification card is guilty of a fourth degree felony.