Feds prod NCDMV for voter registration change
North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles has strengthened the process by which it allows people with a driver’s license to register to vote in an effort to prevent noncitizens from illegally participating in elections.
The changes were instigated following scrutiny from the U.S. Department of Justice, which prompted an internal investigation by the DMV. The initial inquiry that led to the change was conducted by the Department of Homeland Security.
Applications sought to operate Waynesville license plate agency
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is seeking applicants for a commissioned contractor to operate a license plate agency in Waynesville.
In North Carolina, NCDMV oversees LPAs, but the agencies are managed by private businesses or local governments.
NCDMV expands firefighter class B driver license testing
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is partnering with local fire departments to provide on-site driver’s license testing for firefighters and first responders who operate heavy emergency vehicles.
