If you have no reason to think it was stolen, you might say, “No, but I would like to file a report just in case someone finds it and tries to use it. " If your wallet was stolen or lost, you should also report your lost credit and debit cards as well as any lost cash.

People may sometimes use lost or stolen IDs to get out of traffic violations or to obtain alcohol illegally.

For example, in Illinois, you need to visit your local Secretary of State office. You can find your closest office here: https://www. ilsos. gov/facilityfinder/facility. [5] X Research source In Washington state, you may be asked to report the lost or stolen license to the License Integrity Unit. Email them at fraud@dol. wa. gov. [6] X Research source

To find your local DMV, search here: https://www. dmv. org/dmv-office-finder. php.

For example, in Colorado, you must renew your license if you lose it. Follow the same process as you would to renew it. [9] X Research source Some states, like Florida or Tennessee, allow you to apply for a replacement online. Most states, however, require you to apply in person at a DMV. You can look up the requirements by state by going here: https://www. dmv. org/replace-license. php.

Passport Government ID Military ID Birth certificate Social Security Card Vehicle insurance policy in your name Mail with your registered address

In most cases, this form will be the same as applying for a new driver’s license. There may be a box on the form asking if your last license was lost or stolen. Check the right box.

Some states may be able to print off your license right away. In this case, you will not need to wait for the plastic license to arrive in the mail.

It costs £20 to get a new license. Apply online here: https://www. gov. uk/apply-online-to-replace-a-driving-licence#more-information. If you find your license later, you must report it to the DVLA. Mail the old license to: DVLASwansea SA99 1AB

File a police report if you think your driver’s license was stolen. You do not need to do this if you lost the license, however. This usually costs around $70 AUD.

Many states recommend filing a police report if you lost your license to protect yourself against identity theft.