Indiana Driver’s License Introduction

1️⃣ License Types

🔸 Comparison Tip: Real ID licenses feature a gold bear + star icon and are required for air travel and access to federal facilities.

2️⃣ Eligibility Requirements

✅ Basic Requirements

• Age: Minimum 16 for provisional, 18 for full license
• Must be an Indiana resident
• Must pass required BMV exams

📋 Required Documents

• Valid identity proof (e.g., birth certificate, passport)
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Two proofs of Indiana residency
• Real ID requires additional citizenship or legal status documents

📝 Testing Requirements

• Written knowledge test
• Vision test (20/40 or better)
• Behind-the-wheel driving test (if no transfer license)

3️⃣ Specifications

| 🕐 Validity | 5 years for adults, until age 18 for minors| | 🆔 Number Structure | 1 letter + 9 digits (e.g., D123456789) |

4️⃣ Materials

• 🌐 High-strength polycarbonate layers
• 🛡️ Waterproof, tear-resistant, UV-resistant
• 🔍 Laser-engraved features for security
• ♻️ Barcode and magnetic stripe functionality

5️⃣ Front Information

• 📸 High-resolution color photo
• 👤 Name, DOB, gender, height, eye color
• 🆔 License number
• 🏠 Address (optional)
• 🗓️ Issue and expiration dates
• 🅒 License class and restrictions
• 🌟 Real ID gold star (if applicable)

📌 Design Feature: Background incorporates Indiana state patterns and security textures.

6️⃣ Back Information

• 📊 PDF417 2D barcode (encrypted, high-density format)
• 📃 Legal usage declaration
• 🌄 Indiana state map and state seal watermark
• 🔒 Version codes and invisible characters
• 🧬 UV-reactive imagery

7️⃣ Key Technologies

8️⃣ Security Features

9️⃣ Use Cases

🔟 Barcode Verification

• 📲 Scanned by law enforcement, airport, or institution terminals
• ⚙️ Verification data includes: Name, DOB, license number, expiry date
• ⛔ Fake licenses fail format and checksum verification

1️⃣1️⃣ Barcode Analysis

DAQD123456789012  
DAAJANE DOE  
DAG123 MAIN ST, INDIANAPOLIS, IN  
DBB19900101  
DBC1  
DAYBLU  
DAU170CM  

Field Decoding:
● DAQ : License Number
● DAA : Name
● DAG : Address
● DBB : Birth Date
● DBC : Gender
● DAY : Eye Color
● DAU : Height

🧬 Includes digital signatures and checksum to prevent tampering or duplication.

1️⃣2️⃣ Authenticity Check