What is the difference between replacement due to loss and replacement due to damage?
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Replacement due to damage refers to the act of replacing a license that has been damaged or partially destroyed. Replacement due to loss refers to replacing a driver's license that has been lost, so there is a clear distinction between the two. Below is an introduction to the differences between replacement due to damage and replacement due to loss: 1. Whether the old license needs to be recovered: For replacement due to damage, the old license must be recovered, whereas for replacement due to loss, the old license cannot be recovered because it is lost. This is the most significant difference between the two. Since the old license is not recovered in the case of replacement due to loss, there is still a possibility of finding it, which could result in having two different licenses. In such cases, the old license becomes invalid and can no longer be used. Therefore, when applying for replacement due to loss, a loss declaration is often required. However, for driver's license replacement due to loss, a loss declaration is not necessary, but it is required to state on the photocopy of the ID card that the old license has been lost. 2. Purpose of replacement: If you find that your driver's license is damaged and needs to be replaced, you should bring your driver's license and ID card to the vehicle management office for replacement. At the office, fill out an application form and verify your ID to proceed with the replacement. After replacement, the old license must be surrendered, and the new license will be issued for use. It is important to note that for replacement due to damage, the driver's license must still be within its normal validity period, and the demerit points must not have reached twelve. In other words, if the driver's license has expired or has been revoked, it cannot be replaced.
