Stefonius wrote:I assume that you were driving when asked for your ID? I can't see how they can prosecute you for no drivers license if you were walking down the street and can provide an alternative form of identification. After all, quite a few residents of NYC don't own cars and thus do not have a need for a drivers license.W4RLR wrote:The People's Republic of New Jersey (where this incident occurred) is one of those jurisdictions. You are required to carry your ID and produce it on demand from a LEO. I (who reside in PA) was once ticketed for not having my driver's license on my person when it was asked for. I took that citation to court and did not prevail.
As for not identifying yourself, there are some jurisdictions where you are required to show your identification to law enforcement on demand.
