New Restrictions in Effect for Maine Driver’s License Applicants

The second of two state laws adopted in April to tighten regulations for getting a driver’s license goes into effect today in Maine.

Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap called a news conference Friday to raise awareness of the new requirement that people show they’re living in the U.S. legally to obtain or renew a license. For most residents, he says that will be a simple as showing a birth certificate.

The law that tightens driver’s license requirements in Maine came about after negotiations between the governor’s office and the Department of Homeland Security.

The first part went into effect in April requiring Mainers to prove they reside in the state with a tax form or utility bill. The second part actually goes into effect Saturday but there are no Bureau of Motor Vehicle offices open on weekends.

Latest Comments

• November 18, 2008 at 9:59 am

  wudchuck says:

  i agree, we need to stop giving things away to those that are not americans. we have plenty here otherwise. lived in fl, i was mad when they made it mandatory for my son to ... read more
• November 18, 2008 at 9:22 am

  Dawn says:

  It would be simple if the taxpayers had anything to say about it. Take the cost of deporting them out of the welfare handouts we give them. A bus to the border is cheaper then... read more
• November 18, 2008 at 9:03 am

  wudchuck says:

  i agree, but here's the problem: how are you going to enforce it? if they come up to the DMV w/o, do we have a paddywagon on site to remove you from the premises and into the ... read more