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

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. 

To avoid any potential risk of identity theft, please send an email to: dotdmvccaredirectemail18@dot.wi.gov with the driver’s license number (if available), name, date of birth, and the date of death of your family member.

This information can also be mailed to the address provided below:

WI DOT - DMVCC

PO Box 7983

Madison, WI 53707

Once they have received notification in writing of the above information, they will update their records.

Additionally, all items (Driver’s License, Disabled Person Placard, License Plates) can be taken to the closest DMV service center to be cancelled and recycled.