Should the old driver's license be destroyed?

[DeMargaret]

When replacing a driver's license, the old one will be destroyed on-site by the staff. Relevant information: 1. Introduction: The full name of the driver's license is the motor vehicle driver's license, also known as the "driving license," which is the certificate required by law for motor vehicle drivers. 2. Expansion: Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills. People lacking such skills may cause traffic accidents if they drive randomly. Generally, individuals cannot drive on the road without a license. However, for those who already possess safe driving skills, the document that permits them to drive vehicles on the road is the "driver's license." This indicates that a driver's license is a type of "permit."

[DiClara]

Just helped my neighbor with this issue a couple of days ago. The old driver's license is basically just a piece of scrap paper after getting the new one, but I never throw it directly into the trash. Last month, someone in the neighborhood carelessly discarded their old license, and it was picked up by someone who used the information to apply for an ETC, causing a lot of trouble. My family has always used a three-step method to handle expired documents: first, cut a notch in the corner with the photo, then use a marker to black out the ID number and file number, and finally hand it over to the community's paper shredding recycling truck. Once, I used an old license to prop up a bowl of instant noodles, only to suddenly discover there was actually a chip hidden inside the laminated layer—scared me so much I quickly smashed it a few times with a hammer.

[Grayson]

Last year when renewing my license, I specifically consulted a traffic police assistant friend at the DMV. He clearly stated that old driver's licenses must be physically destroyed. I've noticed many people overlook the RFID chip embedded in the laminated film and simply burn the corners with lighters, which releases toxic fumes. I recommend finding a printer with shredding functionality, inserting the license vertically into the feed slot - the shredded paper fibers make excellent raw material for paper recycling. Actually, cutting out just the photo corner from the old license and laminating it makes a great toolbox decoration sticker, which is much safer than keeping the entire document.

[IanLynn]

From the perspective of traffic regulations, expired old driver's licenses should be treated as sensitive materials. I usually use a heat gun to soften the plastic laminate layer, peel it off, and then destroy the chip with a magnet. The paper part is soaked in water and kneaded into pulp for planting succulents. Once, a friend wanted to keep it as a souvenir, but it was mistakenly collected by a car rental company, resulting in account suspension. It is recommended to at least destroy the 18-digit file number and QR code area when disposing of them, as these pose greater risks than photo leakage.

[JulianaRose]

Dealing with an expired driver's license is similar to handling a credit card. I've tried microwaving it on medium heat for thirty seconds—the laminate layer bubbles and deforms, but you need to keep an eye on it to prevent fire. Our company's information security training mentioned that the safest method is using a bank-grade card shredder, which can simultaneously destroy both the magnetic strip and the chip. Recently, I discovered that the hard plastic shell of an old license can be removed, with its edges sanded down to make a surprisingly handy phone stand—eco-friendly and completely secure against data leaks.