When you move to a different state, is it required to get a new ID for the state you moved to or can you just let your current one expire then get a new one?
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It is mandatory that you obtain a new drivers license. You MUST have your current address on your drivers license and you may even receive a fine for not having it. One of the first questions a policeman will ask you after pulling you over for a traffic violation is if the address on your drivers license is current. If not, then that would be grounds for a separate citation. Your best bet, just to be on the safe side would be to go get your drivers license for the new state that you live in. It will only take an hour or so and will save you trouble later.
Moving to Texas?
New residents moving into Texas, who have a valid driver license from their home state, have 30 days after entry into the state to secure a Texas driver license. To apply for a Texas driver license, applicants will be required to:
Applicants age 18 and over with a VALID out-of-state driver license
Provide proof of Identity.
Provide proof of Social Security Number.
Provide proof of Texas vehicle registration and liability insurance, for all vehicles that you own.
Complete required forms available at any Texas Driver License office.
Pay the required fee.
Pass a vision exam.
If you have a VALID out-of-state license in your possession, it must be surrendered at the driver license office.
NOTE: If you have never been licensed or have an EXPIRED out-of-state license, you will be required to pass both the written and driving exams, in addition to a vision test.
New Nevada residents must obtain their driver license within 30 days and vehicle registration within 60 days. The fine for failing to register your vehicle is $250-$500.
I know in my state you have 90 days I believe to obtain a new one with your correct information on it..
Most states have a policy requiring you to get a new license within thirty days of moving there. The local law can really give you a hard time when they pull you over with an older license and if they sense that you're lying they'll take you to jail to post bond, rather than let you go with just posting your license. Take the time and get it done. I've lived in five states and it's not worth the headaches when you get pulled over.
This will vary depending on the state to which you moved. Most require to get a valid ID within X days (in Virginia it's 30).
I think you can hold onto the license until you become a resident of the state. Different states have different laws on becoming a resident, so this will vary from place to place. If you are going to school out of state, you don't need to, because you are resident of another state.
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