Was not aware of this new law Sept 1

[LeftInTX]

6. "I left my purse at home"

"I lost my DL"

Seriously, I lost my DL at the DMV while I was renewing it! They didn't give me a temporary either. Fortunately my new license arrived in a few days. I was lucky that I didn't need an ID during this time! I do have my TDL # memorized.

I believe they let you go if you provide them with valid ID info such as DOB, address and TDL. But I think this can be subjective if you don't have your TDL memorized, especially if they can't find you in the system. (A bit racist/discriminatory because lower income people tend to move more and their DL may not reflect their current residence)


I also think in rural areas many people leave their wallets at home when running farm errands.

This can also be an "immigration thing". (I think that's the main motive)
If someone doesn't have a DL, then they may not be in the country legally.