Kentucky · Kentucky Revised Statutes — Motor Vehicles (Ch. 186–189A)

KRS (Motor Vehicles) § 186.620: Unlawful to drive or permit another to drive without license -- Display of license on request of peace officer -- Defense

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Operating a motor vehicle without a valid license or permitting an unlicensed driver to operate your vehicle is prohibited. Failure to display a license upon request by a peace officer is evidence of violation.

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