Lost my driver's license in Texas... what should I do?

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Hey everyone, I lost my driver’s license recently here in Lubbock County, Texas. It’s been about a week, and I’m not sure what the best steps are to get a replacement. Anyone know what to do or where to start?

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You can apply for a replacement online if your license isn’t expired and your info hasn’t changed. Super easy!

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ElijahMiller4 said:
You can apply for a replacement online if your license isn’t expired and your info hasn’t changed. Super easy!

Good to know! Do you have the link for that? I haven’t done anything like this online before.

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@Wynn
Yeah, just go to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) website. They’ve got an Online Services section for this.

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If you can’t do it online, you’ll have to go to your local DPS office. Make sure to bring ID and your Social Security number.

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Torrance said:
If you can’t do it online, you’ll have to go to your local DPS office. Make sure to bring ID and your Social Security number.

Do I need an appointment, or can I just walk in?

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@Wynn
It’s better to book an appointment online. Walk-ins can take forever. Check their website for scheduling.

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The fee for a replacement is around $11, btw. Make sure you’ve got that covered before you go!

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Oaklan said:
The fee for a replacement is around $11, btw. Make sure you’ve got that covered before you go!

Thanks for the heads-up! Do they take cash, or is it card-only?

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Wynn said:

Oaklan said:
The fee for a replacement is around $11, btw. Make sure you’ve got that covered before you go!

Thanks for the heads-up! Do they take cash, or is it card-only?

Pretty sure they take both, but card is usually faster. Less hassle.

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If you’ve moved recently, make sure the address on file is correct, or you might not get your replacement in the mail.

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Oli said:
If you’ve moved recently, make sure the address on file is correct, or you might not get your replacement in the mail.

Oh, I didn’t think of that. I moved last month. Do I need proof of my new address?

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@Wynn
Yep, bring a utility bill or bank statement with your new address on it. That should work.

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If you don’t have a passport or birth certificate, you might run into trouble proving your identity. Just a heads-up.

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Shiloh said:
If you don’t have a passport or birth certificate, you might run into trouble proving your identity. Just a heads-up.

Oh no, I don’t have a passport. Will a Social Security card and my paper license work?

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@Wynn
That should be fine. The paper license is usually enough proof since it’s official.