This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to allow individuals without permanent addresses to obtain a driver's license or identification certificate. It introduces new provisions stating that a permanent address is not necessary for these applications, and establishes a process for applicants to provide proof of their situation through an affidavit of "No Permanent Residence." This affidavit must be signed by an agent of a shelter facility or a state-registered nonprofit and is valid for one year. Additionally, the bill includes measures for address validation and auditing by the Division of Motor Vehicles to ensure that the addresses provided are legitimate.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the requirements for applicants, including the need to provide a West Virginia residence address unless they can demonstrate that no permanent residence exists. It also mandates that the Division of Motor Vehicles may conduct audits of the addresses provided and may cancel licenses or identification certificates if the applicant fails to prove residency. Importantly, the bill waives fees for applicants who qualify under the no permanent residence provision, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent access to essential identification.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17B-2-1