Politics & Government

Driver's License Renewals Will Require a Visit

The state's new rules for driver's license and state identification renewals will require residents to show proof of their identity in person starting July 1.

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Need to renew your driver's license? Soon, you're going to have to take a trip to the Department of Driver Services office.

Anyone who needs to renew or apply for a driver's license will have to show up in person starting in July, according to new rules to tighten identification regulations.

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Previously, people could renew their licenses online.

Governor's officials say the Secure ID program is a better way to guarantee the veracity of driver licenses and state identification cards.

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Renewals will now take a photo identification, a Social Security card and proof of residence in the state.

Do you think there's a problem with fake driver's licenses in Georgia? Is this program a good idea?

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