New York State Driver’s License Introduction

1️⃣ License Types

🔸 Note: Real ID licenses have a gold star symbol. Starting in 2025, they will be required for TSA checks and entry into federal facilities.

2️⃣ Eligibility Requirements

✅ Basic Requirements

• Age: 16 years old (restricted license) or 18 years old (full license)
• Legal New York State resident
• Complete New York State-approved driving training and pass the tests

📋 Required Documents

• Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport)
• Social Security Number (SSN) proof
• Two documents showing New York State address (e.g., utility bill, bank letter)
• Real ID applicants must provide immigration/citizenship documents

📝 Testing Requirements

• Written knowledge test
• Vision test (at least 20/40)
• Road skills test (for those without an out-of-state license)

3️⃣ Specifications

4️⃣ Materials

• 🌐 High-strength polycarbonate material with multi-layer anti-counterfeiting features
• 🛡️ Waterproof, tear-resistant, UV-resistant, designed for long-term use
• 🔍 Laser engraving, anti-copy textures, digital signature
• ♻️ Resistant to delamination, supports barcode scanning and magnetic stripe reading

5️⃣ Front Information

• 📸 Photo (high-resolution color)
• 👤 Name, birthdate, gender, height, eye color
• 🆔 License number
• 🏠 Address (can be hidden upon request)
• 🗓️ Issue date and expiration date
• 🅔 License class and restrictions
• 🌟 Real ID star (if applicable)

📌 Design Features: Gradient background with the Statue of Liberty motif, embedded anti-counterfeit elements.

6️⃣ Back Information

• 📊 PDF417 barcode
• 📃 Legal statements and usage guidelines
• 🗽 New York State map and Statue of Liberty anti-counterfeit background pattern
• 🔒 Hidden laser engravings and issue code
• 🧬 UV light layer: Statue of Liberty image visible under UV light

7️⃣ Key Technologies

8️⃣ Security Features

9️⃣ Use Cases

🔟 Barcode Verification

• 📲 Scanned by DMV, airport, or law enforcement barcode readers
• ⚙️ Verifies: Name, birthdate, license number, validity period, issuing agency, license type, etc.
• ⛔ If counterfeited or tampered with, an error message will appear

1️⃣1️⃣ Barcode Analysis

DAQF123456789012  
DAAJOHN DOE  
DAG456 PARK AVE, NYC, NY  
DBB19980325  
DBC1  
DAYGRN  
DAU180CM  

Field Decoding:

• DAQ : License number
• DAA : Name
• DAG : Address
• DBB : Birthdate
• DBC : Gender
• DAY : Eye color
• DAU : Height

🧬 Includes digital signature and checksum to prevent data fraud and tampering.

1️⃣2️⃣ Authenticity Check