Offense
Possess document purporting to be gov’t-issued ID or DL.
Aggravated Felony (AF)
Not AF
Crime Involving Moral Turpitude (CIMT)
Should not be a CIMT; no intent to defraud
Other Removal Grounds
No other removal ground.
Advice and Comments
PC 529.5(c)
Good alternative to more serious identity theft charge.
SB54: As a straight misdemeanor, law enforcement cannot notify ICE of release or transfer someone to ICE. See SB 54 advisory at www.ilrc.org/crimes-summaries