Published: July 09, 2009 01:46 pm      

New security measures coming for Indiana licenses

INDIANAPOLIS — Motorists who renew their Indiana driver’s licenses or obtain new ones will have to present documents to prove their identities beginning next year.

Bureau of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Andy Miller said Wednesday the one-time requirement is part of an effort to stem identity theft by complying with the 9/11 commission’s recommendations and federal law.

Anyone who gets a new license or state ID or renews one after Jan. 1 will have to prove his or her identity, Social Security number, citizenship or immigration status and state residency. Documents that can be used include birth certificates or passports, Social Security cards or W2 forms and bank statements or utility bills.

Licenses will then be mailed to motorists to allow the agency time to verify the applicant’s identity.