What do I do if I lost my driver's license?

Question

I can't find it anywhere. What if someone finds it but never returns it? I know I have to contact the DMV, but will I have to retake my driver's license picture?

Answer 1

You didn't say where you are.  But since you said "DMV" I assume CA, and the rules follow:

How to apply for a duplicate (replace lost or stolen) driver license or identification (ID) card

To apply for a duplicate license or ID card, you will need to:

Make an appointment to visit a DMV office

Complete a Driver License or Identification Card Application form DL 44 or DL 44C. (An original DL 44 or 44C form must be submitted. Copies will not be accepted.) For a duplicate driver license, minors must have parents’ or guardians’ signatures on the DL 44

Pay the application fee

Regular ID card duplicate fee

Reduced fee ID card duplicate fee

Class C Driver License duplicate fee

Fire Fighter restricted noncommercial Class A or B duplicate fee

Commercial Class C duplicate fee

Commercial Class A or B duplicate fee

No fee for duplicate senior citizen ID card

Give a thumb print

Have your picture taken

To ensure your identity is secure, the DMV will validate your photograph, social security number, and your personal information.

You will be issued an interim license valid for 60 days and/or a receipt for your ID card until you receive your new photo license and/or photo ID card in the mail. Check your address before you leave DMV and tell the DMV representative if your address is incorrect. Your new license and/or ID card will be mailed to you within 60 days. If you have not received your license and/or ID card after 60 days, call 1-800-777-0133 to check the status. Have your interim license and/or ID card receipt with you to provide information when requested.

Answer 2

In the UK we just have to send off for a new one which we have to pay for. They cancel your old one. You don't have to send in a new photo as they scan the one on your license and it is stored on a database

Answer 3

report loss to police then apply for a new one