I lost my purse and my driver’s license since Saturday. The only place I went was to church and then home. I’ve already retraced my steps but I can’t find it. My car door slammed on my leg when I was getting in, so maybe I dropped it in the parking lot? No one’s reported finding it, and my phone is turned off so calling doesn’t help. Anyone know the steps I need to take to get a replacement? I need to report it but IDK where to start. Help?
Oh no, that sounds so stressful! First thing’s first, you should report the lost license to the DMV ASAP. Most states let you do it online or by mail, and they’ll issue a replacement once it’s reported.
@Eli
Yeah, same thing happened to me last year. You’ll need to give them personal info like your SSN and DOB to verify your identity. It might take a few weeks, but it’s the best way to get a new one.
@Eli
Exactly. You’ll also have to pay a fee, and maybe even give a new photo. But at least you’ll get a replacement. You can check with your DMV for the specifics, though.
Also, make sure to report your credit cards and bank info to prevent fraud. Call them and tell them what happened. They’ll issue new cards and help monitor your accounts.
Oakley said:
Also, make sure to report your credit cards and bank info to prevent fraud. Call them and tell them what happened. They’ll issue new cards and help monitor your accounts.
That’s a good point. I’d also suggest putting a fraud alert on your credit reports just to be safe. It’s a simple step to protect your identity.
Yikes, losing a purse is a pain! Have you thought about filing a police report? It might help if you need to dispute any charges or recover your stuff later.
Presley said:
Yikes, losing a purse is a pain! Have you thought about filing a police report? It might help if you need to dispute any charges or recover your stuff later.
Yeah, a police report can help protect you in case someone tries to use your identity. It’s not gonna get your purse back, but it’s a good safety net.
Just an extra tip: it might be helpful to keep a list of everything in your purse, especially the important stuff like credit card numbers. It’ll make things easier if you need to report any missing items again.
@Nova
Good idea, I always forget what I have in my purse. A list would definitely save time if something like this happens again.
I hope you get it sorted! Losing personal stuff like that is so frustrating, but following these steps should help. Good luck!