Meanwhile the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles says BMV license branches across the state will extend thier hours of operation on Monday and Tuesday to issue ID cards and driver’s licenses that may be used for identification at a polling place.
Branches will be open Monday from 8:30 am till 8 pm and Tuesday from 6 am till 6 pm.
These license branches will only process new, amended or replacement ID cards, and renewed, amended or replacement driver’s licenses and learner permits.
The Indiana BMV provides free, state-issued ID cards for voting purposes to any unlicensed Hoosier, as long as he or she can provide proper documentation and will be at least 18 years of age on or before the next General or Municipal Election.
Documents required to obtain a new state ID card or driver’s license include:
- Proof of Identity document, such as a birth certificate or passport.
- Proof of Social Security document, such as a Social Security card, pay stub or W-2.
- Proof of lawful status, such as a birth certificate or passport.
- And proof of residency, two documents such as a voter registration card, utility bill or bank statement.
All license branches will resume regular business hours next Wednesday.
