Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy (NVCJA) Practice Exam

What does the law regarding fake or false operator's licenses prohibit?

1. Procuring a license through legal means

2. Possessing a certificate or license obtained through illegal means

3. Furnishing a DMV registration through a lawful process

4. Obtaining a certificate through employment verification

The correct answer is: Possessing a certificate or license obtained through illegal means

The correct response highlights an essential aspect of criminal justice laws concerning the validity and integrity of operator's licenses. The law prohibits possessing any certificate or license that has been obtained through illegal means. This includes licenses that are forged or altered, as well as those obtained by providing false information or failing to meet the legal requirements set forth by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or other governing bodies. Possessing such illegally obtained documents not only violates individual regulations, but it can also contribute to broader issues of identity theft, fraud, and public safety concerns. Enforcement of these laws is critical to maintaining the legitimacy of the licensing system, which serves to identify qualified drivers and uphold the standards of road safety. The other options present scenarios that do not align with the core violation pertaining to fake or false operator's licenses. For instance, procuring a license through legal means is the opposite of what the law prohibits. Similarly, furnishing a DMV registration through lawful processes and obtaining a certificate through employment verification are about compliant behaviors that do not pertain to the illegal acquisition of licenses.