Man Buys Fake Driver’s License for 1000 Yuan, Busted for “Guangxi Province” Error

CNBC AI News – September 9, 2025 – In a recent incident highlighting the persistent issue of fraudulent documentation and the challenges faced by law enforcement, a man in Baise City, Guangxi Province, was apprehended for driving without a valid license and possessing a counterfeit driver’s license, local media reports.

During a routine traffic stop at a highway toll station, the man, driving a silver compact car, presented a driver’s license that immediately raised suspicion. Authorities noticed inconsistencies in the font, style, and overall format compared to genuine licenses. A glaring error – the address field listed “Guangxi Province (广西省)” instead of the correct term “Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region (广西壮族自治区)” – further solidified its fraudulent nature.

Further investigation revealed that the individual did not possess a valid driver’s license and had purchased the counterfeit document for approximately 1000 yuan.

The consequences for the man’s actions were significant. Law enforcement officials imposed an administrative detention of 5 days and a fine of 4000 yuan for using a forged motor vehicle driver’s license. In addition, he was fined 1500 yuan for driving without a license.

The incident has sparked online commentary, with some observers noting the irony that a basic understanding of local geography could have prevented the man’s detection. The case underscores the ongoing battle against document forgery and the importance of vigilance on the part of law enforcement.

This case is not isolated. The proliferation of counterfeit IDs and licenses poses a serious concern for authorities worldwide. Advanced printing technologies and readily available materials have made it easier than ever for individuals to create convincing forgeries. However, advancements in AI-powered document verification systems are showing promise in countering this trend.

These systems utilize machine learning algorithms to analyze various features of a document, including font characteristics, security holograms, and embedded microtext, to identify potential anomalies. While still in development, such technologies offer a potential solution for enhancing document security and reducing fraud.

Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, often referred to as Guangxi, is an autonomous region of the People’s Republic of China, located in the southern part of the country. Its capital is Nanning.

Baise City, a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Guangxi, is situated in the western part of the region. It borders Yunnan Province to the west, Guizhou Province to the north, and Vietnam to the south.