The upset of losing your driver's license is quickly lessened by the ease with which Rhode Island's Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) lets you obtain a duplicate.

To request a replacement for a lost or stolen driver's license, report to any DMV location. You'll need to present one state-approved identity document and one state-approved signature document.

Once all of your information is confirmed, you'll then be asked to pay a $26.50 processing fee to receive your duplicate license.

Travelers

If you're traveling out of the state, in this country or out, and you lose your license, you can mail a notarized affidavit to the RI DMV requesting a duplicate. In the affidavit, you'll need to explain your reasons for being out of state and why you need a replacement.

Mail the notarized affidavit, a self-addressed stamped envelope (include international postage if you're out of the country), and a $26.50 fee to:

• Pawtucket DMV

• 100 Main St.

• Pawtucket, RI 02860

The DMV will mail a duplicate license to you.

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