Unveiling Counterfeit Driving Licenses: A Guide

In the bustling metropolis of Mexico City, ensuring the safety and security of its citizens is of paramount importance. One area where this is particularly relevant is in the realm of vehicle-related transactions. With the rise of digital technology, it's now easier than ever to verify the authenticity of a driver's license.

The CDMX App, available for download on both iPhone and Android devices, is a handy tool for residents and visitors alike. This application allows users to scan a driver's license and verify its authenticity. The digital backup of a driver's license can also be checked through this app. The "Digital License Edomex" app, designed for use in the State of Mexico, works in a similar way.

Modern driver's licenses are equipped with a QR code for easy verification. These licenses are meticulously designed to prevent forgery and alteration. They feature unique and laser-printed numbers, invisible UV ink folios, data such as name, photo, fingerprint, and signature of the holder, folio number and hologram, and a QR code that allows scanning the digital license and redirects to the official Semovi portal.

Document forgery or alteration of driver's licenses is a punishable crime, as outlined in Article 243 of the Federal Penal Code. Punishments for such crimes can include prison sentences ranging from 4 to 8 years and fines up to 360 days.

To avoid falling victim to document forgery, it's advisable to conduct vehicle-related transactions through the official portals, modules, and offices of the corresponding authorities. The Secretariat of Mobility of Mexico City, for instance, keeps a record of the issuance of driver's licenses through a system that provides unique keys and tracking for its officials.

It's also important to note that the Cyber Police of the National Guard has issued an alert about Internet users trying to deceive people to obtain driver's licenses in exchange for economic compensation. Semovi, the authority responsible for issuing driver's licenses in Mexico City, has mechanisms in place to prevent officials from participating in the sale of false driver's licenses.

In conclusion, with the CDMX App and the "Digital License Edomex" app, verifying the authenticity of a driver's license has never been easier. By using these tools and conducting transactions through official channels, residents and visitors of Mexico City can ensure their safety and security on the roads.