Can I get arrested at DMV for not completingprobation regarding avandalism charge?

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Can I get arrested at DMV for not completingprobation regarding avandalism charge?

I have a warrant for not completing probation requirements for a vandalism charge about 5 1/2 years ago. I need to get a new ID card in the state but I am afraid that if I go into DMV I will be arrested there. Will they call the authorities?

Asked on November 12, 2011 under Criminal Law, California

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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

The department of motor vehicles in your state does not have the authority to arrest you for failure to complete the terms of your probation. It is not a law enforcement agency. It can only suspend a driver's license or refuse to issue one to a person.

The department of motor vehicles will not even know if you failed to complete your probation so it will not call any law enforcement concerning you.


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