Why do they laminate drivers license but not social security cards?
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Drivers Licenses have to hold up to the day to day wear and tear in your pocket and wallet.  It needs to be able to hold up for years.\n\nSocial Security Cards are printed on what's called "Security Paper".  If you laminate it, it will be impossible to tell if some of the security features are there, hence why they tell you NOT to laminate the card.  The Social Security Administration does not encourage you to carry around your Social Security Card with you for reasons of Identity Theft.
166916
I think you have to have an Employment Authorization Card from the U.S. Immigration & Naturalization Service before you can apply for a Social Security Card.  You should check with INS first.  I'm sure that the Social Security Administration will need to see proof of your immigration status before they will consider establishing a Social Security account for you.
292503
You can't order one, you have to go to the Social Security Administration and apply for one.  You will need proof or id, such as birth certificate, drivers license or state issued id card.  Takes about six weeks to get one.
141480
Most likely it is for tax reasons.  Once you become a citizen you are obligated to pay taxes.  So it makes sense to give "them" greencards and citizenship.\n\nWhy after a certain period of time?  Probably because of a statute of limitations on the crime of crossing the border without legal paperwork. (being here for 3 year isn't a crime - crossing the border illegally is)\n\nI am not 100% sure, but this is what I think based on what I hear on the news and my stint working as a recruiter.
34159
A National ID card is NOT needed... Why, because we already have one, and its called a Drivers License...\nAny information that is needed on a person can be found on it, and if not, it could be added...\nJust another matter where the Government is trying to take total control....
814364
you can get something notarized at a bank.  Mine does it for free for their customers but take your ID and whatever paper you need notarized
872976
The big question is\n\nWHY AREN'T THEY?\n\nWe, as legal citizens....must show proof.....why any exceptions!
473975
In some instances, yes...it depends on what it is being used for.  It is against the law, in most states, I believe, to photocopy any type of photo ID card for purposes of a credit or lending decision, because of lending regulations regarding race, sex, etc...
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Many other countries already have them and they work very well for some things and not so hot for others.  They will help track people from one central database.  Using your SS card is a big mistake since it is tied to credit reporting and social security benefits.  A new and unique numbering system needs to be created.  Also, the SS card does not have identification components such a as pictures of fingerprints, which a national ID card should.  \n\nLet's be honest though, there will never be a thing as a "unforgable" id card.  It's supply and demand, someone will start working of fake ones the minutes someone else is willing to pay for it.  But we can make them as hard as possible to fake.
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DO you have a Social Security Number.  I know that and a valid drivers license are considered proof that you are a U.S> citizen for employment.  \n\nYou could contact the SS administration in where you live
380344
YES. IT IS LEGAL. my drivers license was stolen, and in order to get another license I had to show birth certificate, marraige certificate, SS card.how do illegals get licenses?
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Do some research!\n\nLess than 1/10th of 1% of illegal immigrants pay taxes.\n\nThe Social Security Card (fake) only enables them to be employed. \n\nYes, to the employer, they claim many "exemptions" - so they have less taken out of their paycheck.\n\nThey learn all about this from those who give them the fake cards.\n\nBut most, simply get "cash" payment from unscrupulous employers, who don't want to pay "matching funds." Same thing holds true for those who "sub-contract" and give them a form 1099 at the end of the year. The 1099 is ignored by the so-called sub-contractor, and the employer if later contacted by IRS, holds up a paper showing a sub-contract agreement. (also bogus). \n\nDoubt seriously many employers who go the sub-contract route, even have to pony up to the IRS.
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In the US there is no federal law (unless you are a legal alien), but some states and cities have laws requiring people to carry ID.
482156
Sure, but if you change it, expect people to question it.  Remember,your SS Card and the Drivers License probably have the old signature on them.  In order to get around the questions, you'll have to use the new signature on as many documents as you can get your hands on.
101087
for security purposes. outsiders are required to leave an identification card and to register where they are going.
451513
OMG! I heard on the news that your identity can be used and there is somekind of shadow record for the person using your identity. Apparently it's nearly impossible for a consumer to find out who and how their identity has been used. Only credit companies, I think, and the gov. have access to ALL the files associated with a certain social security number. I think that they said that it would be an invasion of privacy for you to see the other person's records EVEN if it is on your social security number. CRAZY Huh?! it's true too! (*_*)
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They are a complete waste of taxpayers' money and will do nothing to prevent crime, terrorism or illegal immigration.\n\nThe terrorists who crashed planes on 11 September all had valid IDs and passports as did the Madrid bombers.\n\nIf ID cards stopped crime, terrorism and illegal immigration then there would be none in countries with ID cards like Sweden, Portugal, Spain..........