Of course, this leaves open the question regarding discrimination outside california. Undocumented immigrant drivers licenses top 900,000 in ca the. For further assistance in providing the proper documentation, select ab 60 checklist. Every california resident age 16 and older can get an ab 60 driver license, even if they cant show that they are legally allowed to live in the united states. California residents who cannot provide proof of legal presence in the u. They wont be affected by real id requirements when applying for or renewing a license under. How does this affect ab 60 driver s license holders. Those licenses allowed undocumented residents to drive legally as well as acquire. Dmv lists new documents required for driver license under. The california drivers license under ab60 is meant to be used for driving purposes only. Why did the dmv send me a ab 60 drivers license when im not.
During the past month, we have received dozens of requests to have foreign documents certified by the california secretary of. The dmv started offering real id driver licenses and id cards on january 22, 2018. Under ab 60, motorists who cannot prove legal presence must prove identity and california residencyand pass the required vision test, driver license knowledge test, and the behindthewheel drive testto obtain a license. The california department of justice has offered up a clarification regarding those who use an ab 60 license to try and purchase firearms.
Licenses are not available until january 1, 2015 and will only be available from the. As of january 2015, any eligible california resident can receive a drivers license, regardless of their immigration status. An applicant who does not have proof of lawful presence will receive an ab 60 license, which will have a visible distinguishing feature to be determined. Applying for an ab 60 license making the right decision for you.
Dmv confirms ice has limited access to ab 60 license. According to the department of motor vehicles, 12 percent of california drivers do not have a valid drivers license. When will the ab 60 driver s license become available. Ab 60 was a great step forward for californias immigrant communities. There are special regulations and required documents for an ab60 license. The safe and responsible driver act, better known as assembly bill 60 california ab 60, was signed into law in 20. The result of this mobilization was the passage of assembly bill 60, the safe and responsible driver act ab 60 in 20. Driver license applicants under ab 60 must meet all other qualifications for licensure and must provide satisfactory proof of identity.
When will the ab 60 drivers license become available. Under this new law, any eligible california resident will be able to apply for a drivers license, regardless of immigration status, beginning january 1, 2015. Applying for a california drivers license under ab 60 aclu. Under ab 60, any california resident is able to apply for a drivers license, regardless of immigration status. More than 600,000 undocumented immigrants in california obtained drivers licenses under ab 60 in its first year, according to the dmv. The license will carry a distinguishing mark indicating that it is an ab60 license, as well as a message explaining that it is a drivingonly license. Mar 08, 2018 the same year that california approved the motorvoter program, it also began to allow some immigrants including those living in the u. According to the california dmv, the changes dont apply to the nearly 1 million immigrants who have driver s licenses under ab 60, the law that allows unauthorized immigrants in the state to apply for the licenses. This law will be effective starting in the beginning of 2015. Applications for ab 60 driver license are accepted starting from january 1 st, 2015. An applicant who does not have proof of lawful presence will receive an ab 60 license, with a visible though slight distinguishing feature. Apr 03, 2017 adilene sanchez, who now has a california drivers license under ab 60, drives with daughter, kamila fierro, 17 months, in san jose, calif.
Now january 2, 2015, all eligible california residents will be able to apply for a drivers license, regardless of immigration status. This bill would make it a violation of law to discriminate against an individual because he or she holds or presents a license issued under these provisions. Even so, part of ab 60 requires that police officers in california not discriminate based on immigration status or the fact that the driver holds an ab 60 drivers license. That is, you must still be able to provide adequate proof of your identity and residency in california. Jul 26, 2017 as of june 2017, california has issued more than 900,000 drivers licenses for undocumented immigrants under assembly bill 60. Dec 30, 2014 the safe and responsible driver act, better known as assembly bill 60 california ab 60, was signed into law in 20. Apr 04, 2018 more than 600,000 undocumented immigrants in california obtained drivers licenses under ab 60 in its first year, according to the dmv. How does this affect ab 60 drivers license holders. You will not receive a new card or an extension in the mail. Real id actcompliant licenses and noncompliant licenses. Ab 60 is a new state law that allows immigrants living in california to get a drivers license. Ab 60 driver license california department of motor vehicles.
Drivers licenses ab 60 california immigrant policy center. Update on ab 60 drivers license if you are a california resident but cant give proof of u. All california license holders, including ab 60, under age 70 with a noncommercial driver license expiring between march and may 2020 have an extension through may 31, 2020. Beginning january 1, 2015, any eligible california resident will be able to receive a driver license, regardless of immigration status. Jan 16, 2015 beginning january 2, 2015, any eligible california resident will be able to receive a drivers license, regardless of immigration status. However, they must still meet all other requirements to obtain a driver license, including providing proof of identity and california residency. Apr 04, 2018 the dmv began accepting driver license applications under assembly bill 60 ab 60 on january 2, 2015.
The license will carry a distinguishing mark indicating that it is an ab 60 license, as well as a message explaining that it is a drivingonly license. To make an appointment to visit a dmv field office to obtain a california driver license under ab 60. Beginning january 1, 2015, immigrants without legal immigration status will be able to apply for a california driver license under ab 60. This includes all immigrants, with any immigration status. A field office visit is required to apply for a real id. Its time to drive california forward the drive california coalition is a statewide coalition of immigrants rights advocates, communitybased organizations, service providers, faithbased organizations and workers rights advocates. As of june 2017, california has issued more than 900,000 drivers licenses for undocumented immigrants under assembly bill 60. Our work cipc is proud to collaborate with immigrant rights organizations up and down the state through the drive california coalition. As of january 2015, any eligible california resident can receive a driver s license, regardless of their immigration status. Why did the dmv send me a ab 60 drivers license when im. California dmv says 1,500 registered to vote in error cbs.
Oct 08, 2018 none of the impacted customers are undocumented immigrants who received a driver license under ab 60. Dmv lists documents required for new driver license under. Beginning january 2, 2015, any eligible california resident will be able to receive a drivers license, regardless of immigration status. Dmv surpasses 1 million driver licenses under ab 60. You see, those licenses dont comply with the real id. Driver licenses for california undocumented starting jan 1. Ab 60 driver license immigrant legal resource center ilrc. The california driver s license under ab 60 is meant to be used for driving purposes only. Applicants applying for a driver license under ab 60 can now make an appointment online, on the dmv now iphone android applications or by phone at 180077703, to visit a dmv office. You will need a federal compliant card such as a passport, military id, or real id to board a domestic flight or access some federal facilities beginning october 1, 2020.
Dmv confirms ice has limited access to ab 60 license information immigration advocates and attorneys say a law that was designed to help undocumented. California research bureau california state library. In 2015, california dmv issued more than 600,000 drivers license under ab 60. According to the california dmv, the changes dont apply to the nearly 1 million immigrants who have drivers licenses under ab 60, the law that allows unauthorized immigrants in the state to apply for the licenses. California dmv says 1,500 registered to vote in error. Assembly bill ab 60 requires dmv to issue an original driver license to an applicant who is unable to submit satisfactory proof that his or her presence in the united states is authorized under federal law. Customers applying for an original driver license will need to do the following. Starting on january 1, 2015, you can apply for an ab 60 drivers license, even if you do not have proof of legal presence in the united states. The california motor voter program is making registering to vote at the department of motor vehicles dmv more convenient. Nov 10, 2014 the california department of motor vehicles has posted the list of documents that applicants will use to obtain a california driver license under ab 60 the new law requiring dmv to issue a.
Ab 60 applicant resources how to apply for your original driver license. Sep 24, 2014 that marking strongly indicates an ab 60 drivers license. California began implementing the law in early 2015. Jun 10, 2019 driver license applicants under ab 60 must meet all other qualifications for licensure and must provide satisfactory proof of identity and california residency. During the past month, we have received dozens of requests to have foreign documents certified by the california secretary of states office. The dmv began accepting driver license applications under assembly bill 60 ab 60 on january 2, 2015. California motor voter california secretary of state. How to get a california ab 60 driver license citizenpath. Resources useful resources in english and spanish to prepare.
Dmv confirms ice has limited access to ab 60 license information immigration advocates and attorneys say a law that was designed to help undocumented immigrants obtain california driver licenses. Jun 27, 2018 californias ab60 drivers license was touted as a possible solution to the states uninsured motorist problem. These dmv processing errors occurred through no fault of the customer, and we will coordinate. Existing law prohibits an attorney from demanding or accepting the advance payment of any funds from a person before the enactment of an immigration reform act, as defined, that is enacted after october 5, 20, and. Adilene sanchez, who now has a california drivers license under ab 60, drives with daughter, kamila fierro, 17 months, in san jose, calif. Californias ab60 drivers license was touted as a possible solution to the states uninsured motorist problem. An applicant who doesnt have proof of lawful presence will receive an ab 60 license, which will have a visible distinguishing feature. Drivers licenses for undocumented immigrants reduced. People who have an ab 60 drivers license are not eligible for a real id, according to the dmv. Driver license information placer county, california. In other words, california residents who do not have satisfactory proof of lawful immigration status can now receive an ab 60 driver s license. Dmv is extending license expiration dates through may 31, 2020. The coalition is committed to successful implementation of ab 60 and drivers licenses for all. California ab 60 and the federal real id act allan s.
Applying for a california driver license under ab 60 aclu. Governor brown signed ab 60 into law in 20, which directs the department of motor vehicles dmv to issue a drivers license to any california resident who is eligible, regardless of immigration status. Dmv lists new documents required for driver license under ab 60. The bill would require, on or before january 1, 2018, the california research bureau to compile and submit to the. Are ab 60 driver licenses available only to people who are unlawfully present in the united states. In other words, california residents who do not have satisfactory proof of lawful immigration status can now receive an ab 60 drivers license. Undocumented immigrants fear ice is obtaining their home. Eligible applicants completing a driver license, identification id card or change of address transaction online, by mail or in person at the dmv will be automatically registered to vote by the california secretary of. This means that an applicant who is undocumented can receive a drivers license under ab 60. None of the impacted customers are undocumented immigrants who received a driver license under ab 60.
The california department of motor vehicles has posted the list of documents that applicants will use to obtain a california driver license under ab 60the new law requiring dmv to. California will automatically register illegal immigrants to vote. Applicants under ab 60 are not required to submit proof of legal presence in the united states. Eligible applicants completing a driver license, identification id card or change of address transaction online, by mail or in person at the dmv will be automatically registered to vote by the california secretary of state, unless they choose to opt. Driver license applicants under ab 60 must meet all other qualifications for licensure and must provide satisfactory proof of identity and california residency. California drivers license application and renewal 2020. Applying for a california drivers license under ab 60. This webinar will explain the requirements for applying for an ab 60 license as well as the potential risks of applying for certain people with prior immigration or criminal violations, or who have used false information to apply for a license in the past. The other requirements for an ab 60 license are the same as those for a regular driver s license. The other requirements for an ab 60 license are the same as those for a regular drivers license. Applying for a california driver license under ab 60. Faq ab 60 drivers license san diego immigration lawyers.
It cannot be used as proof of identification in any way. Nov 26, 2018 the california department of justice has offered up a clarification regarding those who use an ab 60 license to try and purchase firearms. That marking strongly indicates an ab 60 drivers license. That is, you must still be able to provide adequate proof.