Handle driver's licenses, license plates, and disabled person placards in Illinois

After a loved one’s passing, you may need to deal with items such as driver’s licenses, license plates, and handicap placards that have specific rules governing how they are discarded. Because some of these items can be used toward identity theft, it is important you follow these rules. 

Driver’s License

Upon the death of a card holder, please submit a copy of the certified death certificate along with the Driver's License and/or Identification Card (if available) to:

Secretary of State

Central Services Section

2701 S. Dirksen Pkwy.

Springfield, IL 62723

Disabled Person Placard (Handicap Placard)

Contact the Placard division at (217) 558-2859 for more information.

License Plates

If you are a relative of the decedent and would like to keep the credential issued by the Secretary of State, please visit the attending coroner or nearest Secretary of State facility and fill out the Invalidation of a Driver's License, Identification Card or Permit Form. This form is promulgated pursuant to 625 ILCS 5/601.3 and 15 ILCS 335.17. If you have any questions, please contact Central Services at 217-785-1424.