State to Mail Driver’s Licenses
The state says it’s ending the same-day issuing of Ohio driver’s licenses and will mail them instead to save money and increase security.
The State Department of Pubic Safety said the change will take effect July 2nd. The agency said Wednesday that licenses will arrive about 10 days after they’re issued. Drivers will be issued temporary licenses and ID cards in the meantime.
The agency said temporary cards will be valid for proof of identity and residence when voting. The Public Safety Department said driver can also request driver’s licenses or ID cards to meet federal regulations for travel. Travel restrictions taking effect in October 2020 will require federally compliant driver’s licenses to pass through airport security. There’s no extra cost for these licenses.
