Concerns display of legal name on driver's licenses and identification cards.
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- Introduced
- Passed General Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses concerns about the display of legal names on New Jersey driver’s licenses and identification cards. It proposes allowing individuals to request that their driver’s license or ID card reflect their legal name as recorded with the state, rather than their preferred name. The bill also outlines a process for updating name information on these documents and establishes guidelines for verifying identity when requesting a name change. It aims to provide greater clarity and accuracy in name representation for individuals.
Key provisions
- Allows individuals to request their driver’s license or ID card reflect their legal name.
- Establishes a process for updating name information with the state.
- Requires verification of identity when requesting a name change.
- Defines guidelines for acceptable forms of identification.
- Specifies procedures for handling name change requests related to gender identity.
Who is affected
- Individuals in New Jersey
- New Jersey drivers
- New Jersey residents
- The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Department
Notable changes
- Provides a mechanism for aligning driver’s license and ID names with legal name records.
- Offers a pathway for individuals to update their name on official identification documents.
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