Soveria Mannelli police charge 18-year-old for using fake license

An 18-year-old man has been reported to authorities in the Reventino area after attempting to use a fake driver's license during a routine traffic stop. The incident occurred during extraordinary territorial control services conducted by the Carabinieri of the Soveria Mannelli Company, under orders from the Catanzaro Provincial Command.

In addition to being charged with the use of a false document, the individual faces a heavy administrative fine for driving without a valid license, ranging from 5,100 to 30,000 euros, and the seizure of his vehicle. Authorities noted that repeat offenses within a two-year period could result in up to one year of arrest and vehicle confiscation.

The weekend patrol, which covered main roads, secondary streets, and abandoned farmhouses, resulted in the identification of 76 people and the inspection of 61 vehicles. The operation yielded 21 traffic code sanctions totaling 8,405 euros and eight personal and vehicle searches.