This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to provide a pathway for individuals without permanent addresses to obtain a driver's license or identification certificate. It introduces new provisions that allow applicants to submit an affidavit affirming their lack of a permanent residence, which must be signed by an agent of a shelter facility or a state-registered nonprofit. The bill also establishes that these applicants may have their fees waived and outlines the requirements for providing a West Virginia residence address, including the use of standardized addresses according to USPS standards.

Additionally, the bill includes measures for auditing the addresses provided by applicants to ensure compliance and prevent fraud. It allows the Department of Motor Vehicles to cancel licenses or identification certificates if the applicant fails to prove residency or if their address does not meet the established criteria. The legislation aims to facilitate access to essential identification for vulnerable populations while maintaining the integrity of the licensing system.

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