At Podkarpackie border crossing points, border guards (SG) noted further attempts to usage false driving licences. This time false papers were detected with a Ukrainian citizen and a Belarusian citizen," said Lieutenant SG Piotr Zakielarz, Press spokesperson of the Commander of the Bieszczady Border defender Branch.
Detection of a false driving licence with a Ukrainian citizen
In the first case, at the border crossing in Medica, a 33-year-old Ukrainian citizen came to check-in for departure from Poland. The female was the driver of the vehicle, so her driver's licence was under detailed control. The analysis showed the paper was false. The female admitted to utilizing a forged paper and voluntarily surrendered to six months of imprisonment in suspension for 2 years. She continued her journey to Ukraine as a passenger.
False driver's licence with a Belarusian citizen
A akin case occurred in Krościenek, where border guards detained a 36-year-old Belarusian citizen. The man presented a paper which was allegedly to be issued by the Belarusian authorities. In fact, the driver's licence turned out to be totally fake. Belarusian pleaded guilty and voluntarily surrendered a fine of PLN 2000. According to the BiOSG press service:
"In the end, due to the deficiency of authority and the anticipation of transferring the vehicle to another person, he was returned to Ukraine".
Legal implications for utilizing false documents
Using false documents, including driving licences, is simply a serious crime that can lead to severe legal consequences. According to Polish law, for specified an act there is simply a punishment for imprisonment of up to 5 years (Article 270(1) of the Criminal Code). However, in practice, courts frequently decide on probation or fines, especially erstwhile perpetrators plead guilty and voluntarily submit to punishment, as has been the case.
Border defender Prevention
The Border defender at the Podkarpackie border crossing points conducts regular documentary checks to prevent and detect attempts to usage false documents. Advanced technologies and trained officers are key to combating this kind of crime.
Summary
Detecting false papers at borders is an crucial component in ensuring safety and compliance with the law. Thanks to the effective actions of the Border Guard, further attempts at fraud were thwarted and perpetrators were liable for their actions in accordance with the applicable regulations.
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