16 March, 2011 by Categories :
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New California License




New California License

The California Department Of Motor Vehicles (DMV) added new security enhancements to its driver’s license and identification cards. Beginning in September 2010, the State of California began issuing driver’s license and identification cards containing new security features. The last major revision made to these cards was in 2001. Since the DMV issues more than 8.25 million driver’s license and identification cards each year, it is important Our Company has the tools to make sure these cards are safe, authentic, secure, and accurate.

The information on the new driver’s license and identification cards is the same as the previously issued cards but is presented in a new format, which improves readability. The format of the card issued to individuals under 21 will be vertical and those over 21 will be horizontal. This serves as an aid to retailers and law enforcement in easily identifying the age of the cardholder.

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Additional enhancements are:

  • Tactile features – The signature is laser engraved so it can be felt by touching it.
  • Raised birth date – The date of birth (DOB) will appear in two places, and DOB appearing across the photo will be raised so that it can be easily felt when touching.
  • Name – Every cardholder’s name will appear on two lines. The first line will contain the cardholder’s last name and the second line will include the cardholder’s first and middle names.
  • UV image – The cards will contain an image visible only under a UV light. The image will be a duplicate of the cardholder’s picture.
  • California Bear – An outline of the California Bear will be visible from the front of the card when a flashlight is pressed against the back of the card.
  • 2D Bar Code – The bar code appears on the back of the card and includes the same information from the front of the card.

For complete details and samples log on to the California Department of Motor Vehicles Website at: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl.htm.

"The new security features, coupled with advanced technology, make California driver license and identification cards one of the most secure identification documents in the country," said DMV Director George Valverde. All driver’s license and identification cards issued prior to September 2010 will remain valid until the expiration date printed on the card. Cardholders who wish to have a new card before their expiration date may do so for a fee.