image of a person's driver's license

In December 2012, the Missouri Department of Revenue began issuing new types of driver licenses, including a vertical-oriented license for drivers under 21 years of age.

To enhance security and reduce the risk of fraud, the Missouri Department of Revenue began issuing new-style driver licenses, non-driver identification cards and temporary licenses in December 2012. Because Missourians are now presenting these new documents for identification or as proof of age, retailers and others should familiarize themselves and employees with the appearance and features of the new documents.