Fillable Form DL-49 South Carolina Driver License Replacement

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What is SC DL-49?

Form DL-48, or also known as the South Carolina Driver License Replacement, is a form from the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) that is used when you need to replace a lost, stolen, or surrendered SC driver’s license. This form can also be used to replace a damaged license card.

How much is a replacement SC License?

To replace your SC driver license, you need to pay a fee of $10. If you are replacing a lost beginner’s permit, then the fee is $2.50.

Here are the payment methods:

• If you file in person, you can pay with cash, check, or debit card.
• If you file online, you must pay with a credit or debit card.
• If you file by mail, you must send a check.

What documents do I need?

Make sure to prepare the following documents when replacing your SC Driver License:

• A completed Application for a Beginner's Permit, Driver's License, or Identification Card (Form 447-NC).
• An Affidavit for Lost/Surrendered Driver's License (Form DL-49).
• Proof of identity, such as a birth certificate or passport.
• Proof of Social Security number, like a Social Security card or tax document.
• Two documents verifying your South Carolina residency, such as utility bills or financial statements.

Where do I submit Form DL-9?

You can send your accomplished Form DL-49 in person at a South Carolina DMV office near you. This would be the quickest way to have your license replaced.

However, you can also opt to send the form through mail at the address below:

Department of Motor Vehicles
PO Box 1498
Blythewood, SC 29016

If you are submitting via mail, remember to also send a check for payment.

How to fill out Form DL-49?

Get the fillable DL-49 from PDFRun. Then, follow this step-by-step guide to fill out the form.

Section 0: Personal Information

This section contains the personal information of the license holder applying for a replacement license.

1. Name

Enter the full legal name of the license holder.

2. Address

Enter the full address of the license holder.

3. Driver’s License or Beginner’s Permit No.

Enter the number of the SC driver’s license or beginner’s permit of the license holder.

Section 1: For Suspended Driving Privileges

If your driving privileges are suspended, then answer this section, If not, skip to the next section.

1. Reason for not surrendering license

Check the box next to the reason that is applicable in your situation.

• It (driver’s license) has been lost, misplaced, or destroyed.
• It has been stolen. An investigative incident report is attached.
• It has been stolen. An investigative incident report is NOT attached.
• It was surrendered to someone else

2. Date

Enter the date when this form was filled out and signed.

3. Signature

Input your signature in the space provided.

In cases wherein your driver’s license or beginner’s permit could still be retrieved, you are still obligated to return your driver’s license or beginner’s permit. You would have to immediately surrender it to the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.

Section 2: For Nonsuspended Driving Privileges

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Answer this section if your driving privileges are not suspended.

1. Date

Enter the date when this form was signed.

2. Signature

Input your signature in the provided blank.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why do I have to report my lost driver’s license or beginner’s permit?

You have to immediately report your lost or surrendered driver’s license, because this is central to your driving privileges. If you do not have one, you may not be allowed to drive your car. And even if you do drive, when you commit a traffic violation and you’re not able to present a license or permit to the enforcer, you will be subject to penalties and possibly criminal liabilities. It may get you fined, jailed, or both.

What happens if I don’t report my lost driver’s license immediately?

Aside from the reasons presented above, it is important that you immediately report your lost cards to prevent identity theft. It is possible that someone else would use your cards to make transactions without your knowledge. They might use it to commit illegal activities, and all of these would be under your name. You may be made liable to these acts even if you have no knowledge that all of these were happening. To prevent identity theft, report your lost driver’s license, beginner’s permit, or identification card as soon as possible.

How do I contact the South Carolina DMV Office?

For further clarification about the replacement process and the additional documents to submit, visit the South Carolina DMV Office, or you may call at 803-896-5000. You may also email the DMV at [email protected].