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NORFOLK, Va. — A new feature has been added to Virginia driver’s licenses that can help first responders in the case of an emergency. Virginians can now choose to indicate what their blood type is on their license or state I.D. The DMV also said you don’t need to show proof of your blood type, […]
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Virginia drivers will have the option to indicate their blood type when they renew or replace their driver’s license or ID at dmv.virginia.gov or in-person at any Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) customer service center. For drivers that renew or replace their credentials online, you will be prompted with a question whether you’d like […]
RICHMOND, Va. (WDBJ) – The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) says Virginians can now indicate blood type on drivers’ licenses. The option is to help assist first responders in the event of an emergency. Virginians have the option to indicate blood type when they renew or replace their licenses or IDs. Residents who are applying […]