Consumer Information Station

My Id was Stolen/Lost, what should I do now?

If your State issued ID/License has been stolen you will need to replace it immediately report it to the California DMV Investigation Unit, file a police report, and file a report with the California Attorney General

Was your purse or wallet stolen or lost?
So you have found that your wallet is missing .
1. First determine if it has been stolen or you lost it. Because if your wallet was stolen you want to file a police report (you can do it online(in most areas)), you will need this when you contact your credit card companies..

2. You will need to replace your id/ DL asap.  In the list below these states currently have laws that require id

States with “Stop and Identify” Laws
  • Alabama-Alabama Code § 15-5-30 allows law enforcement to stop a person in a public place based on reasonable suspicion of a crime (felony or public offense) and demand their name, address, and an explanation of their actions. While they can ask, this statute does not explicitly mandate showing physical ID, though recent interpretations suggest ID can be demanded if verbal responses are unsatisfactory
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • Colorado
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Kansas
  • Louisiana
  • Missouri (Kansas City only)
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Rhode Island
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Wisconsin

 

  1. Steps to Replace a Lost California License/ID:

    • Order Online (Fastest): Log in to your MyDMV account on the DMV website to request a duplicate, as stated on the California DMV website.
    • Replace in Person: If you cannot replace it online (e.g., you need to update your address or it’s a REAL ID), you must visit a DMV office to complete a new application.
    • Get a Temporary ID: If you visit a DMV office in person, you can receive a temporary paper license, according to I Drive Safely.