REAL ID Act: Federal law establishing minimum security standards for state-issued driver licenses and identification cards

Driver's Privacy Protection Act: Federal law regulating the disclosure and use of personal information contained in state motor vehicle records

State DMV Regulations: Specific regulations set by each state's Department of Motor Vehicles governing driver license issuance and authorization

State ID Requirements: State-specific requirements for acceptable forms of identification and documentation

Power of Attorney Rules: State-specific regulations governing power of attorney and authorization for driver license matters

Notarization Requirements: State-specific rules regarding which documents need to be notarized and how notarization must be performed

DMV Form Requirements: Specific forms, formats, and documentation required by the DMV for authorization letters

Proof of Identity Documentation: Required documents to verify identity of both the authorizer and authorized person

Residency Verification: Requirements for proving residency in the state where the driver license is being requested

Document Authentication Standards: Requirements for ensuring the authenticity of the authorization letter including witness signatures and notarization

Agency Time Limitations: DMV-specific time limits on how long an authorization letter remains valid

Third-Party Authorization Procedures: Specific DMV procedures and requirements for allowing third parties to act on behalf of the license applicant