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Frequently Asked Questions

Driving Licences

What should I do if I have lost my driving licence?

You should contact the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency urgently for a duplicate. Failure to produce your driving licence will result in the matter being dealt with by the courts.

Can I produce a paper licence if I have lost the plastic one?

The answer is no. You would need to apply for a replacement and produce it as soon as possible. If you have been asked to produce other documents (such as insurance/MOT Certificate) then you should produce them and explain that you are waiting for a replacement licence and that you will produce it as soon as possible.

I have a question about my driving licence which was seized. Who do I need to contact?

Any queries relating to driving licences which have been taken from a driver by a court in relation to endorsable offences should be directed to the Clerk of the District or Sheriff court whose area covers the location of the offence.

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