Penalty for false statement or affidavit
If someone lies on a form or sworn statement related to getting a driver's license in Missouri, that is a class A misdemeanor crime. Anyone who pleads guilty, pleads no contest, or is found guilty of that lie cannot get a driver's license for one year after the court decision.
Classifications stated in the statute. Actual outcomes vary.
302.230. for false statement or . — Any person who makes a false or affidavit or swears or affirms falsely as to any matter or thing required by sections 302.010 to 302.540 shall be guilty of a . No person who or , or is of making a false statement or affidavit shall be licensed to operate a motor vehicle for a period of one year after such , finding or .
(RSMo 1939 § 8464, A.L. 1951 p. 678, A.L. 1955 p. 621, A.L. 1989 1st Ex. Sess. H.B. 3, A.L. 2004 S.B. 1233, et al.)
Effective 7-09-04
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