ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland drivers who have their driver’s licenses confiscated due to Real ID non-compliance would be protected under emergency legislation introduced this week in the General Assembly.
In 2005, the federal Real ID Act mandated that all U.S. residents obtain an updated identification card in order to travel on commercial aircraft and access federal facilities.
The rule, which goes into full effect on Oct. 1, requires states to verify documentation that proves name, birth date and residence.
Under this bill, drivers who have their license confiscated by police for Real ID non-compliance would have 90 days to submit necessary documents to the Motor Vehicle Administration.
