PC §717 - DRIVING W/O VALID REGISTRATION
INFRACTION
(a) Definition
Driving without valid registration is the act of operating a motor vehicle on public roadways without having the vehicle properly registered with the appropriate authorities as required by state laws and regulations.
(b) Elements of the Offense
The following elements must be met to constitute driving without valid registration:
The defendant operated a motor vehicle on a public roadway.
The motor vehicle was not registered with the appropriate authorities in accordance with state laws and regulations.
The defendant knew or should have known that the vehicle was not properly registered at the time of operation.
Registration Requirements
(a) Registration requirements may vary by jurisdiction but typically include submitting required documentation, paying registration fees, and obtaining registration tags or stickers to display on the vehicle.
Types of Violations
(a) Violations of driving without valid registration may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Operating a motor vehicle with expired registration tags or stickers.
Failing to register a newly acquired vehicle within the required timeframe.
Using fraudulent registration tags or stickers to falsely indicate valid registration.
(c) Defenses
(a) It shall be a defense to a charge of driving without valid registration if the defendant can prove that the vehicle was properly registered at the time of operation, or if they can demonstrate that they were unaware of the registration status due to factors beyond their control.
(b) Lack of evidence of driving without valid registration, such as errors in law enforcement observations or documentation, may also serve as defenses if proven by the defendant.
(d) Aggravating Factors
Aggravating factors such as causing an accident or injury due to driving without valid registration, knowingly driving with expired registration, or prior convictions for similar offenses may result in enhanced penalties or additional charges as determined by the court.
Penalties
Penalties for assault charges can vary widely depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the offense. They may include:
JAIL TIME
NOT ARRESTABLE
FINE SET
$300.00
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