Montana · Montana Code Annotated — Title 61, Motor Vehicles

MCA Title 61 § 61-5-129: (Temporary) REAL ID-compliant driver's license or identification card -- voluntary application

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Montana allows drivers to voluntarily apply for either standard or REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses or identification cards, but not both simultaneously. An additional $25 fee applies for REAL ID-compliant documents.

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