Morristown To Offer Municipal ID Cards

MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Town of Morristown announced a new municipal identification card Wednesday morning, joining the ranks over other towns with voluntary identification programs.

The voluntary cards are available to anyone over the age of 14 who can prove they reside in Morristown. Cards will show the resident’s full name, address, photograph, date of birth, signature, card issue date and expiration date. Because they have photographs, the cards can be used to open bank account, access health care, use the pool and access other municipal services, the town said in a statement.

Some services, including driving privileges, welfare benefits, airplane travel, work authorization or citizenship, are not included in the card.

“After a unanimous approval vote of the Council, I am proud that Morristown is establishing this I.D. program for our residents,” says Morristown Mayor Timothy Dougherty. “We want to ensure that all residents will be able to fully engage with the Town and its resources."

Residents can apply for the cards beginning August 1, by scheduling an appointment with Department of Vital Statistics. A points system, similar to the one used by the Motor Vehicle Commission, will be used to establish residency. IDs are $15 for adults and $7 for children, veterans, seniors and disabled people. More information can be found here.

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