Failure to show your ID usually results in misdemeanor charges. The punishment for these charges can range from a small fine to jail time. Typically, no more than one year of jail time may be imposed as a sentence for not showing your ID. Fines of up to $1,000 might also be imposed in some cases. If the suspect is only charged with failure to identify and no other charges, a small fine and possible probation time is usually imposed. However, if other charges are present, the failure to identify yourself might add more jail time to the total sentence.