If my brother used my ID when he got caught by a park ranger with marijana perephenlia and alcohol, can he turn himself in for it and not get charged with a felony?
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If my brother used my ID when he got caught by a park ranger with marijana perephenlia and alcohol, can he turn himself in for it and not get charged with a felony?
All he got was tickets but they are in my name and I am afraid that this will show up on any future background checks. I don’t want to have to choose between making my brother take a felony or having to live with this on my record.
Asked on February 14, 2012 under Criminal Law, Washington
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In your situation, I suggest that you consult with a criminal defense attorney about the tickets you received where your brother impoperly assumed your identity and the best way to resolve the situation for you and your brother so you will not be placed in an awkward position as you have written.
There is a very good chance that your brother can be charged with presenting false information to the ticketing park ranger albeit most likely the charge would be a misdemeanor.
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