Drivers License Suspension Troubles

Summary

The user, a senior citizen in Iowa, has been facing issues with the DMV regarding the suspension of her drivers license and inability to obtain an ID. She has reported the issue to various authorities, including the local police, the attorney generals office, and a senior attorney, but has not found a resolution. She believes she is being unfairly treated and has considered moving to Boise, Idaho, where her grandchildren live. However, she is unable to travel without a valid ID or license. The user has also expressed concerns about potential identity theft.

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Oh gosh im harassed by crooks and one time in Lincoln Neb. A policeman ( which did not look like he was American. I think he was russian. ) He said to me.. if you do not go where i tell you n take the drymugs i tell you. He said- i will come back here abd pick you up n carry you to to the location I tell you.. and make you takr the drugs.
Did you report this incident to the local authorities or any higher-ranking police officer? It's important to report such misconduct for investigation.
I said im a citizen of this U.S. and I know the Constitution n my rights. So. No I will not. About a month later my license was suspended. Im a senior and have no traffic violations - no infractions at all. Im a good person. Now i cant drive any where. I called an attorney n he said he would go t
Why was your license suspended? Did you receive any formal notice or explanation from the Department of Motor Vehicles or any other authority?
With me to DMV. But now i can get him .
What was the reason given by the DMV for the suspension of your license?
I received nothing ... the dmv said i couldn t see hear or function. I went to see a senior attorney and she said what he did was illegal. And if i go get my eyes checked i xan go back to dmv n get my lic back. But when i went back yo
What happened when you went back to the DMV after getting your eyes checked?
They refused to even soeakvto me. He just said out loud. No. You cant get anything. I said sir... if you would let me look at the reader you see i havd good vision. Im also in real good health. So i figured i must be xaught in something bas. They wont speak to me. The aging parners attorney said what they did was illegal n they cant do that . But no one will help. I called the att gen office in Lincoln. They said they would send me papers to fill out and the paoers would go to court. But i did that n after a month i called the att gen. Office and the said well they wont press charges againt the DMV. I said you told me to send the papers to press charges. But now they say diff. Ive ben into the Dmv here in Clive area. But they refuse to except my Id. So now i cant even get an I.D.. twice. My Id. Is good. Ive never had problems in my life. Im healthy n can see good. ??? Someone doesnt want me to get my lic. Or i.d..
They said i could not see- or hear or function. They art. There said. That there are people with one eye.. one arm.. one leg and can hardly stand up straight. And im in good shape. An attorney by the name of Bob Anderson. Said he would go to DMV w me b. But now i cant get ahold of him.
What was the result of your eye examination?
Ive been without my Lic for * yrs now. I cant get anyone to help.
What state are you currently residing in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information regarding your situation.
My eye exam was great. She my eyesight was very good. She could mot believe i was stuck with Dmv. My son lives in Boise Id. And he called the Dmv there nan
What was the response from the DMV in Boise, ID when your son contacted them?
They said.....NOPE. she is blackballed.
What does "blackballed" mean in this context according to the DMV?
I guess im out of luck to get my lic bac.
What state are you currently residing in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information regarding your situation.
Im shocked. I have no trouble. How in America can this happen.
What state are you currently residing in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information regarding your situation.
Iowa... i had to get a ext. Stay hotel. I could mot get into an apts.
What steps have you taken in Iowa to resolve this issue with your license?
Ive been twice to the DMV. They just say NO. Ive called att. Gen. And u.s. marshal. Only one attorney was going to help. But i cant get him now. I figured if i had to. Id go to supreme court. I tried the # for attorneys. But no one will help.
What was the reason given by the DMV in Iowa for not reinstating your license?
They said my identification is not acceptable... but i have abot * pcs.
What type of identification did you present to the DMV in Iowa?
Everything. Birth cert. S.s. card.. school cards tons. Theres some reason they treat me so baf.
What was the response from the DMV when you presented these identification documents?
They said nope. Wont work.
What specific reason did the DMV give for not accepting your identification documents?
Theyvsaid not sufficient.
What type of identification does the DMV in Iowa require for license reinstatement?
Gosh i had about * cards.
What specific documents does the Iowa DMV require for license reinstatement?
I used to be a medical biller and Librarian. And also a county office clerk.
What was the response from the DMV when you presented your professional identification from your previous jobs?
They would nt look at them.
What was the reason given by the DMV for not looking at your professional identification documents?
I can feel that there something wrong. Theres a reason so many wont work with me. Im an honest person. And stand by the law enforcement and the u.s military. Im not a trouble maker.
What specific documents does the Iowa DMV require for license reinstatement?
But i have a feeling what it is. Not sure but i wont be a part of anything bad.
What makes you feel that there might be an underlying issue causing this situation?
They didnt say soecifically .. but they said mine do mot work.
What specific documents does the Iowa DMV list as acceptable for license reinstatement?
I think just birth cert... social security. Other i d that i had.
Gosh. I believe just birth cert and S.S. card. I have also a copy of my drivers Lic. . But they found an excuse to say no.
What was the excuse given by the DMV for not accepting your birth certificate, S.S. card, and driver's license copy?
My name was diff than other I D. Which everyone had. When i married i has a name change and a document to prove it. But they found something wrong there also. Ive been me for my whole life and never had trouble before. My id is honest. I am anazed.
What was the specific issue they found with your name change document? In Iowa, a certified copy of your marriage certificate should suffice for a name change.
They said it woukd have to go through court. I said what. Ive akways been ok before. If you want to see my I.d. i have it available. But there some reason they are giving so much trouble.
What court did they mention and in which location?
They didnt.
They didnt aay what court.
What was the exact reason given by the DMV for needing a court order for your name change document?
They just said id need more. A person couldnt have more. I have tons. Theres some reason they are picking on me. I think because i call the police everytime i see something unusual. Thats why i cant get an apt also. I believe. But i will always call the police if something looks wrong.
What kind of "more" did the DMV specify you would need for your name change document?
They just said i need to go to court ... but the whole thing sounds rediculous. Im being picked on. Drugs come into my room also and i call the police everytimr.
What court did they ask you to go to and for what specific reason?
Im a bit afraid to go into the dmv again.
What is the reason for your fear of going to the DMV again?
I feel like they are picking on me for some reason. And as a citizen of America. Ive heard of women getting harrassed for nothing.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Have you considered filing a complaint with the Iowa Civil Rights Commission regarding your treatment at the DMV?
Thats wgat i did in lincoln. They told me to. When i did they said. No we dont filecanything agsinst the dmv.
What was the exact response from the Iowa Civil Rights Commission when you filed a complaint against the DMV?
Now all i want is my I.D. si that i can travel.
What type of ID are you trying to obtain? For a state ID in Iowa, you generally need proof of identity, date of birth, and legal presence in the U.S.
Just an I D. .not a drivers lic. Ill never get that for awhile.
An I.D. card. I cant even get that. Theres people coming into Ametica and are ablr to get an apt. . A driv.lic. Even tho they cant speak english. But as a citizen i xant get my Drivers lic. Back. I feel also that i have identity theft.
Have you reported the suspected identity theft to the authorities? In general, it's crucial to report identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission and local law enforcement.
Yes to the local agencies. I even called the attorney gen on that they said no. But they wont listen to me . Everyone turns a blind eye to any problem i might have.
What was the response from the local agencies and the attorney general's office when you reported the suspected identity theft?

In general, you should also consider contacting the Federal Trade Commission to report identity theft.
Ok... they said nothing.
They said they did not see anything. But i dont think they really searched it out good.
What specific actions did you expect them to take in response to your identity theft report? In general, it's important to monitor your credit reports for any suspicious activity.
I think there is something there.
What specific signs of identity theft have you noticed?
Mmm. I could say in person.
What specific signs of identity theft have you noticed that you can share here?
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What specific signs of identity theft have you noticed that you can share here?
It seems like someone else is getting any benefits
What kind of benefits are you referring to?
Mmm.al kinds. I dont really want anything the gov will give. I want to work for it myself.
What kind of work are you looking for? In general, it's important to report identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission and local law enforcement.
I will. On monday.
What type of work are you interested in and do you have any specific companies in mind?
I want to get back into office work. I took several science classes and and algebra. - microbiology.. biology - * yrs chemistry.
What type of office work are you interested in and do you have any specific industry in mind?
Id like to work for a gov. Office where i feel safe.
What type of government office work are you interested in? In general, government jobs often require a background check and verification of identity and qualifications.
I cant work till i get my lic. Again.
What is the specific reason given by the DMV for not reinstating your license?
Im *. But smart and have many good years to give. Im a hard worker. And love my country.
What specific steps have you taken to get your license reinstated?
Everything that ive done to get an id agsin.
What specific steps have you taken to get your ID in Iowa?
Dmv twice. Calls to agencies
What was the response from the agencies you called regarding your ID issue? In Iowa, for obtaining an ID, you generally need proof of identity, date of birth, and legal presence in the U.S.
I have proof of identity. But i think i need to leave iowa. Theres something here that want me here. So i should go.
What makes you feel that you need to leave Iowa?
Im having nothing but trouble. Cant get an apt. Tried to work something out that would give me a positive image. I like people but i dont party or go out. I like being at home. But there are people that dont care fore me. Thats all i xan say.
Im honest and plane. Nothing dpecial. Im a home body... love to cook ...sew... make bread n cheeses.
Im just me. Plaine n simple. People dont like that
If i feel that i dont fit in here and i try hard to smile n be friendly. But that doesnt work. And my grandchikdren are in Boise. So im thinking i should go to boise. But i wanted to try it here. Its very pretty.
What legal issues are you facing in moving to Boise?
Cant travel there w/o I.D. or Lic. My son works * hrs day to raise * children.
What steps have you taken to obtain an ID or license in Boise, Idaho?
Everything i can legally d
What specific steps have you taken to obtain an ID or license in Boise, Idaho?
I had one there. But i came out here n a policeman that is not American had it suspended because i refuse to take drugs.
What was the reason given by the police officer for suspending your license? In general, license suspension reasons can include DUI, accumulating too many driving points, or certain non-driving offenses.
There was no legal reason. A senior attorney told me it was not legal what the fake policeman tried.
What was the name of the senior attorney who advised you? It might be helpful to get in touch with them again for further assistance.
I dont recall. But she said she could do no more unless i hired her full time.
What is the name of the attorney you consulted with in Iowa? It might be helpful to get in touch with them again for further assistance.
Bob Anderson. Was his name. He said he would go with me to the dmv. But now i csnt get ahold of him.
I cant get the xall to go through to Bob Anderson.
What is the last communication you had with Bob Anderson?
A bout a month ago. His call wont go through. ?
About a month ago. His call wont go through.
What was the last advice Bob Anderson gave you regarding your situation?