Driver change during control: young people without a driver's license on the go!

On January 4, 2025, there was a remarkable incident in the main road during a general traffic control. Two young men aged 18 and 20 were observed how they changed seats in their car during the control. However, this spontaneous action had a serious background: the original driver did not have a valid driver's license.

The police immediately initiated criminal proceedings against the two men. You will be accused of driving without a driver's license and authorization to drive without a driver's license, such as BS currently

Legal consequences for driving without a driver's license

driving without a driver's license is a serious matter in Germany. According to adac this is a criminal offense that, in the worst case, can be punished with a prison sentence. The punishments vary, but in many cases there are high fines and up to one year in prison. Particular attention should also be paid to the fact that the owner of the vehicle can also be punished if it allows a driver to drive without a valid license.

German law also stipulates that the driver's license must be submitted after a driving ban, whereby the duration of the ban can vary between one and six months. In the event of a withdrawal of the driver's license, for example due to drug abuse or alcohol consumption, it is necessary to apply for the driving license after the deadline, which is often associated with high costs and a medical-psychological examination (MPU).