Your physical wallet is being replaced piece by piece. Here’s what you need to know about using digital IDs.
By the summer of 2025, many North Carolinians will have one less thing in their wallets. The state has announced plans to offer residents the option of a digital copy license instead of carrying a traditional driver’s license.
So, what exactly is a digital ID, and how does it work? Here’s what we know. Currently, 11 states have active digital driver’s license programs: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, New York, and Utah. At least a dozen more states are either working on digital ID programs or have announced plans to do so.
