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Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Hours

All DMV offices and the Customer Contact Center will be closed January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Over 50 services are available online 24/7. We anticipate higher than normal customer service center traffic and wait times on January 20 and encourage you to visit or make an appointment for later in the week for faster service time and a better customer experience.
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Policy on License/ ID Photographs

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  • Driver's License Application
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    • Policy on License/ ID Photographs
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    • Electronic Verification of Vital Events (EVVE)
    • Online Electronic Verification of Vital Events (EVVE)
    • How DMV Protects Your Identity
    • New Look of Driver's Licenses

The Department of Motor Vehicles reserves the right to refuse to issue a driver's license or identification card to any applicant that appears for photographing in a disguise or who intentionally distorts their face to alter their appearance.

A disguise includes, but is not limited to, unusual makeup, paint, wig, sunglasses or false facial hair. Facial distortion includes, but is not limited to, deliberately crossing or squinting eyes, or opening or twisting mouth.

Caps, hats, turbans, et cetera, may be worn for religious or medical reasons only. Additionally, veils worn for religious reasons which cover or partially cover the face may be worn, however, they must be adjusted to allow a full-faced photograph.

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