Can your ID be stolen?

That’s bad news because your driver’s license contains plenty of key information about you, including your birthdate, home address and even your height, weight, and eye color. Thieves can use some of this information to steal your identity and apply for credit cards and loans in your name.

What should I do if my ID card is stolen?

Be sure to:

Immediately contact police to report the theft and create a paper trail.
Contact the DMV to report the stolen license.
Put a freeze on your credit.
Continue to monitor your accounts.
Change the locks on your doors (after all, since they have your license, they have your address).

What can happen if someone steals your ID card?

Take for instance, criminal identity theft. This happens when someone gives false information, like name, driver’s license or Social Security number, to police at the time they were arrested. If this happens, you could be charged for an offense you didn’t commit. You may receive a notice to appear before a judge.

What to do if your info is lost or stolen?

Reporting the theft could help the police gather information and potentially recognize patterns of similar criminal activity, Marchini notes. To file a police report, call your local police department. Be prepared to provide information about where and when the theft happened and which items were stolen.

What can I do if I lost my state ID?

Visit your local Depart of Motor Vehicles office to report that your driver’s license or state identification card has been lost or stolen. Apply for a replacement card.

How much for a replacement ID?

The fees to renew an ID card or purchase a replacement for a lost or stolen credential will depend on the type of identification document individuals are currently holding. State residents younger than 62 years of age who wish to renew or replace their regular ID card will need to pay a fee set at $29.