What vehicle documents are required during a roadside inspection?

During a roadside check by the internal security forces (police, gendarmerie), you must present the following documents:

• Valid driving license, numeric format via the application France digital identity or paper format.
  You can also present a Secure Driving Rights Certificate (ADCS). This attestation, downloadable via the My Permitted Points website, is valid for 4 months from its issue and can be reissued. It is valid only in France. You can present it in paper or digital format.
  If you have just obtained a driver's license, present a ADCS: titleContent or the driver's license examination certificate (CRC) with the favorable endorsement.
  In case of loss or theft of permit, present an ADCS. You can also present the declaration of loss or theft receipt that replaces the license for a maximum of 2 months.
  In case of accompanied driving, the person accompanying the student driver must present his license or an ADCS.

• Certificate of Registration (₩), and if necessary from the trailer
  You must present the {circumflex over (C)} of the vehicle even if it does not belong to you (a copy of the {circumflex over (C)} is accepted for a short-term rental vehicle).
  If the application for registration of the vehicle is pending, submit the Provisional Certificate of Registration (CPI).
  The value of a vehicle under roadworthiness test constitutes a proof of roadworthiness if it is completed with the stamp of the registration certificate or with the expiry date of the inspection.
• If you drive a 3-wheel scooter or a 125 motorcycle with a B license (license obtained since March 1980), training certificate or statement of information from your insurer
• If you have the obligation to driving with an EAD, document certifying that your vehicle is equipped with an ignition interlock breathalyzer (EAD) and that its operation has been verified. You must also present the judicial or administrative decision authorizing you to drive a vehicle equipped with an EAD.

Since 1^er april 2024, it is no longer mandatory to submit insurance papers during a roadside check. Indeed, law enforcement authorities consult the insured vehicle register (FVA) and check whether the vehicle is insured with its registration number.

Do not immediately present the required documents to law enforcement shall be punished by a fine of up to €38. You are asked to justify within 5 days that you have the required documents. Do not submit these documents within 5 dayss has been fined up to €750.