Surrendering a License

Surrendering a Driver's License

  • When a customer chooses to cease driving, they may voluntarily surrender their driver’s license.
    • They must visit a DDS Customer Service Center and complete the Affidavit for Voluntary Surrender Form (DDS-577).
    • Customers can apply for an ID at that time. 
    • If they wish to reinstate, depending upon the circumstance, they may be required to retest. 
    • You cannot apply for an ID online if you are surrendering your license.  You must visit a center. 
  • If a relative, court, law enforcement officer, judge, doctor, or citizen has concerns about the diminished driving ability of a license holder: