Texas Now Requires Real ID to purchase an Automobile

[Zincwarrior]

New Texas law makes it a requirement that a purchaser have Texas Real ID or US Passport. Good for those worried about illegal immigrants purchasing a vehicle, bad for those who object to Real ID. (Note Texas Driver's License are now Real ID's)​

Texas adds new ID restrictions on vehicle registrations and renewals​

Texas adds ID restrictions on vehicle registrations, renewals

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

www.texastribune.org

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is implementing more stringent photo identification requirements for all vehicle registrations and renewals in an abrupt shift that could shut out undocumented residents from legally owning vehicles.

Current photo identification, such as a state driver’s license or passport, must be presented when new vehicle registrations or renewals are made, according to the new policy. The DMV said it informed county tax offices on Nov. 18 of the new requirement, which went into effect immediately. The San Antonio Express-News first reported the policy change.

Licensed vehicle dealers in the state also were notified by the DMV on Nov. 19 that a customer’s approved photo identification must be presented during sales. A DMV spokesperson said the new guidance is “intended to ensure the validity of identification documents required as part of the state’s vehicle registration process.”

The DMV’s list of approved identification sent to dealers and counties includes: a Texas driver’s license; an unexpired U.S. passport; Texas License To Carry identification; and IDs issued by the U.S. military, Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services and Department of State.

The move could prevent many undocumented immigrants from registering vehicles — and Rep. Brian Harrison, R-Midlothian, said he hopes that’s what the new policy will do. Harrison had repeatedly criticized the DMV this month about its registration policy and called for the department to take action. He also sent a letter to both the DMV and Gov. Greg Abbott’s office demanding action be taken in the days before the new policy was announced.

 

[Mashmont]

New Texas law makes it a requirement that a purchaser have Texas Real ID or US Passport. Good for those worried about illegal immigrants purchasing a vehicle, bad for those who object to Real ID. (Note Texas Driver's License are now Real ID's)​

Texas adds new ID restrictions on vehicle registrations and renewals​

Texas adds ID restrictions on vehicle registrations, renewals

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

www.texastribune.org

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is implementing more stringent photo identification requirements for all vehicle registrations and renewals in an abrupt shift that could shut out undocumented residents from legally owning vehicles.

Current photo identification, such as a state driver’s license or passport, must be presented when new vehicle registrations or renewals are made, according to the new policy. The DMV said it informed county tax offices on Nov. 18 of the new requirement, which went into effect immediately. The San Antonio Express-News first reported the policy change.

Licensed vehicle dealers in the state also were notified by the DMV on Nov. 19 that a customer’s approved photo identification must be presented during sales. A DMV spokesperson said the new guidance is “intended to ensure the validity of identification documents required as part of the state’s vehicle registration process.”

The DMV’s list of approved identification sent to dealers and counties includes: a Texas driver’s license; an unexpired U.S. passport; Texas License To Carry identification; and IDs issued by the U.S. military, Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services and Department of State.

The move could prevent many undocumented immigrants from registering vehicles — and Rep. Brian Harrison, R-Midlothian, said he hopes that’s what the new policy will do. Harrison had repeatedly criticized the DMV this month about its registration policy and called for the department to take action. He also sent a letter to both the DMV and Gov. Greg Abbott’s office demanding action be taken in the days before the new policy was announced.

Sounds great. Texas once again leads the country in wisdom.

 

[1srelluc]

TX is the least "free" of the red states.

 

[pknopp]

Political grandstanding.

 

[Zincwarrior]

TX is the least "free" of the blue states.

You think Texas is a blue state? What the hell is a red state in your world?

 

[1srelluc]

You think Texas is a blue state? What the hell is a red state in your world?

Brain fart.....Corrected.

 

[Polishprince]

How about car dealers in border cities like Texarkana and Wichita Falls?

Will they be able to sell pickups to motorists who might cross the border for a tremendous deal, but don't have Texas ID?

 

[Hellokitty]

I'm sure democrats support this since few cars on the roads helps the enviornment, climate change stuff...

 

[Rogue AI]

New Texas law makes it a requirement that a purchaser have Texas Real ID or US Passport. Good for those worried about illegal immigrants purchasing a vehicle, bad for those who object to Real ID. (Note Texas Driver's License are now Real ID's)​

Texas adds new ID restrictions on vehicle registrations and renewals​

Texas adds ID restrictions on vehicle registrations, renewals

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

www.texastribune.org

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is implementing more stringent photo identification requirements for all vehicle registrations and renewals in an abrupt shift that could shut out undocumented residents from legally owning vehicles.

Current photo identification, such as a state driver’s license or passport, must be presented when new vehicle registrations or renewals are made, according to the new policy. The DMV said it informed county tax offices on Nov. 18 of the new requirement, which went into effect immediately. The San Antonio Express-News first reported the policy change.

Licensed vehicle dealers in the state also were notified by the DMV on Nov. 19 that a customer’s approved photo identification must be presented during sales. A DMV spokesperson said the new guidance is “intended to ensure the validity of identification documents required as part of the state’s vehicle registration process.”

The DMV’s list of approved identification sent to dealers and counties includes: a Texas driver’s license; an unexpired U.S. passport; Texas License To Carry identification; and IDs issued by the U.S. military, Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services and Department of State.

The move could prevent many undocumented immigrants from registering vehicles — and Rep. Brian Harrison, R-Midlothian, said he hopes that’s what the new policy will do. Harrison had repeatedly criticized the DMV this month about its registration policy and called for the department to take action. He also sent a letter to both the DMV and Gov. Greg Abbott’s office demanding action be taken in the days before the new policy was announced.

Registration and renewal is not the same as purchasing. Your thread title is simply wrong.

 

[SassyIrishLass]

Seems reasonable. Every state should adopt this

 

[Zincwarrior]

Registration and renewal is not the same as purchasing. Your thread title is simply wrong.

ITS REGISTERED AT TIME OF PURCHASE.

 

[Rogue AI]

ITS REGISTERED AT TIME OF PURCHASE.

Only at a dealership and one can opt to register themselves instead of paying extra for the dealer to do it. It is more a technical matter, but I have no doubt being accurate is in your best interests.

 

[Zincwarrior]

Only at a dealership and one can opt to register themselves instead of paying extra for the dealer to do it. It is more a technical matter, but I have no doubt being accurate is in your best interests.

Also in the article:
Licensed vehicle dealers in the state also were notified by the DMV on Nov. 19 that a customer’s approved photo identification must be presented during sales. A DMV spokesperson said the new guidance is “intended to ensure the validity of identification documents required as part of the state’s vehicle registration process.”

 

[westwall]

New Texas law makes it a requirement that a purchaser have Texas Real ID or US Passport. Good for those worried about illegal immigrants purchasing a vehicle, bad for those who object to Real ID. (Note Texas Driver's License are now Real ID's)​

Texas adds new ID restrictions on vehicle registrations and renewals​

Texas adds ID restrictions on vehicle registrations, renewals

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

www.texastribune.org

The restrictions, which went into effect on Nov. 18, could upend the ability of many undocumented residents to legally own vehicles.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is implementing more stringent photo identification requirements for all vehicle registrations and renewals in an abrupt shift that could shut out undocumented residents from legally owning vehicles.

Current photo identification, such as a state driver’s license or passport, must be presented when new vehicle registrations or renewals are made, according to the new policy. The DMV said it informed county tax offices on Nov. 18 of the new requirement, which went into effect immediately. The San Antonio Express-News first reported the policy change.

Licensed vehicle dealers in the state also were notified by the DMV on Nov. 19 that a customer’s approved photo identification must be presented during sales. A DMV spokesperson said the new guidance is “intended to ensure the validity of identification documents required as part of the state’s vehicle registration process.”

The DMV’s list of approved identification sent to dealers and counties includes: a Texas driver’s license; an unexpired U.S. passport; Texas License To Carry identification; and IDs issued by the U.S. military, Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services and Department of State.

The move could prevent many undocumented immigrants from registering vehicles — and Rep. Brian Harrison, R-Midlothian, said he hopes that’s what the new policy will do. Harrison had repeatedly criticized the DMV this month about its registration policy and called for the department to take action. He also sent a letter to both the DMV and Gov. Greg Abbott’s office demanding action be taken in the days before the new policy was announced.

Good, illegal aliens shouldn't be driving on our roads.

 

[Zincwarrior]

Good, illegal aliens shouldn't be driving on our roads.

I don't have an issue with it. I do know there are posters here who strongly oppose Real ID.

 

[Rogue AI]

aLSO IN THE ARTICEL:
Licensed vehicle dealers in the state also were notified by the DMV on Nov. 19 that a customer’s approved photo identification must be presented during sales. A DMV spokesperson said the new guidance is “intended to ensure the validity of identification documents required as part of the state’s vehicle registration process.”

That does nothing in regards to buying cars through private citizens. I'm too lazy to check if people can reject the dealers offer to register vehicles upon purchase in TX. Let's face it, money talks, and dealers will ignore this if it means losing a sale. How does that work for online purchases? That is becoming more popular as well.

 

[SassyIrishLass]

I don't have an issue with it. I do know there are posters here who strongly oppose Real ID.

Real ID was easy. Showed my birth certificate, proof of address and they took my pic. Seven days later I had it.

 

[d0gbreath]

I'm not in the market, but I have a passport. I use it to buy groceries and gas.

 

[Zincwarrior]

That does nothing in regards to buying cars through private citizens. I'm too lazy to check if people can reject the dealers offer to register vehicles upon purchase in TX. Let's face it, money talks, and dealers will ignore this if it means losing a sale. How does that work for online purchases? That is becoming more popular as well.

You would still have to register it.

 

[Zincwarrior]

I'm not in the market, but I have a passport. I use it to buy groceries and gas.

I have a special ID.

Real ID was easy. Showed my birth certificate, proof of address and they took my pic. Seven days later I had it.

Yes it was especially easy as I was renewing my passport about the same time. Way easier than a CHL which I had to get full fingerprints for, like...why?