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by rootusrootus 1163 days ago
Where did you get that it has to be a driver's license? Just get a regular ID card if you don't need to be able to drive.
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Two of the three options are driving licenses. It’s obnoxious that the third option is administered through the DMV. I’ve never understood why personal identification falls under that department. An affidavit with a notary’s seal should have been sufficient.

So, yes, you’re technically correct, but no, no one is bringing their kids to the DMV for photo ids and not driver’s licenses.

There is a whole process for it in many states that I know of (e.g., https://www.dmv.virginia.gov/drivers/id/child_id.html).
At least in the case of this law, your kids don't need an ID. They can't use the social media until adulthood.