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Know Your Laws: Thumbprint Verification in Texas

If you're planning to renew your Texas Driver License anytime soon, you may be asked to give your thumbprint - again. The Texas Department of Public Safety has been requiring thumbprints from Texans before they can obtain a driver license since 1967.

In 1995, the law became stricter. Authority was given to the Texas DPS to require thumbprints for those wishing to renew their license or obtain a duplicate driver license. Since then, every applicant who visits the driver license office will be asked to submit updated images for a new license, a renewal, or a request for a duplicate license.

The purpose of the thumbprint requirement is to ensure the validity of the driver license and to confirm the identity of the person who has the license. There are restrictions to how the thumbprints are used:

  • Thumbprints are not shown on the actual driver license or identification card.
  • Thumbprints are not accessible in the magnetic stripe or bar code on the card.
  • Thumbprints are released for law enforcement identification purposes only.

The thumbprint is also necessary for a teen license and a motorcycle license. We wish you the best of luck while obtaining and renewing your license!

Factoid
You could be wasting time and money if you are not checking the automobile recalls and technical service bulletins. You could also be missing out on important safety information. The 2006 Audi A3 has a recall notice for "Air Bags Side / Window" and the 2006 Honda Accord has a recall notice for "Exterior Lighting." If your car has a recall notice, you could be eligible for free repairs. Weekly recalls are reported on edmunds.com
Maintenance Tip
  Do yourself a favor and save some room in your trunk for the following items. They could turn a potential trip-wrecker into nothing more than an unexpected pit stop:
  • Screwdrivers and wrenches
  • Jumper cables
  • A jack and tire iron
  • A can of "Fix-a-Flat"
  • Water for both the radiator and yourself
  • Emergency flares and reflectors
  • Gloves
  • Blanket and towel
  • Flashlight

  • source - CBS News
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