North Carolina Driver’s License Introduction

1️⃣ License Types

🔸 Comparison Tip: The Real ID is differentiated by the gold star, and it’s necessary for air travel and access to federal facilities starting in 2025.

2️⃣ Eligibility Requirements

✅ Basic Requirements
● Age: 16 (provisional license), 18 (full license)
● Must be a North Carolina resident
● Must pass the DMV-required exams

📋 Required Documents
● Valid identity proof (e.g., birth certificate, passport)
● Social Security Number (SSN) proof
● Two proofs of North Carolina residency
● Additional citizenship or legal status documents for Real ID

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

3️⃣ Specifications

4️⃣ Materials

• 🌐 Polycarbonate with multi-layer security features
• 🛡️ Water-resistant, tear-proof, UV-resistant
• 🔍 Laser-engraved text and images, tamper-proof layers
• ♻️ Supports barcode and magnetic stripe functionality

5️⃣ Front Information

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

📌 Design Note: Features embedded North Carolina patterns and security textures.

6️⃣ Back Information

• 📊 PDF417 barcode (encrypted, high-density format)
• 📃 Legal usage disclaimer
• 🌄 North Carolina map and state seal security pattern
• 🔒 Version code and hidden identifiers
• 🧬 UV-reactive design

7️⃣ Key Technologies

8️⃣ Security Features

9️⃣ Use Cases

🔟 Barcode Verification

• 📲 Scanned by law enforcement, airports, or institutions using PDF417 barcode
• ⚙️ Encoded data includes: Name, DOB, DL number, expiration date
• ⛔ Fake IDs will fail checksum or formatting validation

1️⃣1️⃣ Barcode Analysis

DAQD123456789012  
DAAJANE DOE  
DAG123 OAK ST, RALEIGH, NC  
DBB19900405  
DBC1  
DAYBLU  
DAU160CM  

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