Real ID and license services temporarily disrupted at Chemung County DMV
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) — People looking to obtain a Real ID, or use any other license-related service, in Chemung County will have to wait as the county announced essential equipment needs to be repaired.
For the remainder of the day on Thursday, April 17, and much of the day on Friday, April 18, the Chemung County DMV is suspending the services that process Real ID and Enhanced License upgrades, new permit applications, and out-of-state license transfers. The DMV experienced issues to the photo camera, thus disrupting services.
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Repairs are scheduled to happen Friday and last throughout the day, with completion expected by late afternoon.
All other DMV services remain available with the county asking customers to plan accordingly and dely visits that require photo services until services are restored.
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