7/7/05-A bill signed into law by Gov. John Lynch is intended to close a legal loophole in order to deny a driver’s license to anyone who uses false papers to get one.
The new law, previously HB242, takes effect Jan. 1, 2006.
Under previous state law, suspension or revocation of a driver’s license was allowed if someone lied on the license application.
The new rule makes suspension or revocation mandatory. It applies to anyone who used “fraudulent documents” to try to get a license.
The person would later need permission from the state before he or she could even apply for a license.

5/4/05-The Senate passed a bill April 21 to close a legal loophole in order to deny a driver’s license to anyone who uses false papers to get one.
HB242, which previously passed the House, now heads to Gov. John Lynch for approval.
Current law allows for suspension of a driver’s license if someone lies on the application but is silent if the falsehood is carried out with supporting documents like a phony birth certificate.
For bill status, call (603) 271-2239.

2/24/05-The House voted Feb. 23 to close a legal loophole in order to deny a driver’s license to anyone who uses false papers to get one.
Current law allows for suspension of a driver’s license if someone lies on the application but is silent if the falsehood is carried out with supporting documents like a phony birth certificate.
HB242, sponsored by Rep. Peyton Hinkle, R-Merrimack, now moves to the Senate for consideration.
For bill status, call (603) 271-2239.