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  • #16
    Re: HI Driver License Renewal

    Don't forget to renew -- the road test may be harder than you remember. I failed mine the first time I took it (after 40 years of driving). One thing they got me on was failure to down-shift consistently.
    Greg

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    • #17
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      Originally posted by Pomai View Post
      I agree with Hellbent about the testing part. There should be some sort of "refresher" test to remind drivers of the basics.. something obviously many drivers out there have forgotten all about! Like SIGNALS! And new the pedestrian law. An abbreviated true or false or multiple choice test, either written or on a computer terminal. That's not much to ask for something you only need to do every 6, 3 or 2 years, and it can only help with driver awareness.
      They used to do just that...a paper renewal test. I don't know why they stopped. I actually think that was a good idea and they should bring it back.
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      • #18
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        A road test would weed out 25% of the drivers ....................

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        • #19
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          Originally posted by oceanpacific View Post
          A road test would weed out 25% of the drivers ....................
          Well, look on the bright side. Maybe it would generate ridership for the rail (excuse me, "fixed guideway") line.
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          • #20
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            http://www.honolulu.gov/csd/vehicle/dlprocedures.htm

            I wanted to renew my license soon and was searching for information on the current renewal fee. I couldn't find it online but did see something that seems to indicate that renewal now requires a "Medical Report Form – examination must be completed and signed by a licensed physician (MD or DO) within 6 months." ??? When did this happen? It seems that in order to obtain the specific information required, I have to actually either pick up the renewal packet or request that one be mailed to me. I think I will pick one up on Monday. But in the meanwhile, has anyone had to renew their driver license recently and if you have, are there any other significant changes to the process (the usual eye test, finger print, picture taking, pay fee and go)? Thanks!

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            • #21
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              *big bump*
              Originally posted by Pomai View Post
              [...]
              This is the age bracket and price:
              Under 65: HDL effective for 6 years from issue date - $18 fee (my bracket)
              65-70: HDL effective for 3 years "" - $9 fee
              Over 70: HDL effective for 2 years "" - $6 fee
              Basically $3/year.
              [...]
              I wonder if Pomai's info above (from 2007) has been updated to this info on the C&C's web site (or is there a surprise during the renewal process?!):
              Adult (ages 25 through 71) Applicants
              1. New licenses and renewals will expire on your eighth birthday following the date of issue.
              Senior (ages 72 or older) Applicants
              1. New licenses and renewals will expire on your second birthday following the date of issue.
              My only "milestone" this year is a DL renewal...unlike last year; Medicare! Is the Hawaii Kai satellite station still a good bet? I'm hoping I'll get the 8 year license!

              Adri, even tho' you've already renewed, did you ever get the answer to your question? According to my interpretation of your question and the web page link, the requested medical info pertains to those who want to renew by mail...not those who physically go to a licensing facility.

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              • #22
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                I'm totally jealous you guys get your license right there! In Texas, you have to go to the DMV, wait (different places have slightly shorter wait times, but you WILL have to wait everywhere), then do the song and dance. You leave with a temporary paper license and they mail your new one. It takes 2-4 weeks. So you can't see your picture until then. I had to go back once to redo my picture because someone must have hit zoom out on the camera- my head was so tiny and you could barely see my face!

                But it also kinda bugs me. I don't like having checks sent to my house either, so having my driver's license mailed? And everyone recognizes the envelope, so it's not that hard for someone to swipe it. Hawaii is much better with their system. I don't get why most other states give your license to you there, but Texas makes you wait. Grr.

                Can't think of anything creative this time

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                • #23
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                  I got a new license as my "evaporated" - I had the kind that the lamination
                  failed and my picture turned into a blur looking much like the generic FB profile picture if you don't put your own on. The new one has a cut out of the Big Island right in the middle of my throat looking very strange. The islands are cutouts on each side of the license.

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                  • #24
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                    I renewed my license today at the Pearlridge Satellite City Hall. My sister and I both went there about 1:15 this afternoon. There were about five people in line for licenses; in contrast, by 1:30 there were about fifty in line for other purposes (separate lines for the licensing process and "everything else").

                    It took about half-an-hour overall, but once we got to the counter it was more like five minutes.

                    When I looked at the website last week it had the fee for an eight-year renewal as $40, but it's been changed to $24. That's what we each paid. Cash or check only, no credit/debit cards.
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                    • #25
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                      Bump!

                      Can’t believe it’s been this long. But I renewed my driver’s license today at Hawai‘i Kai Satellite City Hall. A lot has changed since then, specifically relating to this thread about new requirements, in part because of Homeland Security issues. Unlike the last time I renewed in 2007 (when there was no line, lots of smiles, and I was in and out in a flash) this time there was a line out the door. And people seemed grumpier.

                      This was a spur of the moment decision on my part. I wasn’t planning to renew my license until next month, but I just felt good this morning and full of energy, so I decided why not now? So I went. I was not aware of the coming rate increases for the new State ID cards and the expected long lines at DMV at the start of 2013. Still, it took me just 45 minutes to complete my renewal (an eight year renewal for $40.00 [cash or check only, no credit or debit]). I’m glad I got it over with.

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                      • #26
                        Re: HI Driver License Renewal

                        Originally posted by Honoruru View Post
                        Unlike the last time I renewed in 2007 (when there was no line, lots of smiles, and I was in and out in a flash) this time there was a line out the door. And people seemed grumpier.
                        Did you go while the schools are on winter break? Here's a friendly hint: Next time you renew your license, do it at a day and time while schools are in session. That way, you're not standing in line with a bunch of students who are trying to get their permits and licenses.
                        This post may contain an opinion that may conflict with your opinion. Do not take it personal. Polite discussion of difference of opinion is welcome.

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                        • #27
                          Re: HI Driver License Renewal

                          Reporting in...
                          I went this morning to the Satelite City Hall under King Street (Fort Street Mall). No one else in line.
                          Brought my passport, Social Security card and driver's license. All good.
                          My biggest concern was the eye test. Last time the machine was old and blurry, barely passed.
                          They now have new ones that are crisp and clear. I got every one right so passed!
                          Good thing too since my 51st B-day is on Wednesday. Haha!
                          Life is either an adventure... or you're not doing it right!!!

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                          • #28
                            Re: HI Driver License Renewal

                            Just got mine (yet again) yesterday from the Satellite City Hall in Hawaii Kai Town Center. Got there around 2pm, and the line was almost out the door. Ack! I was able to prefill the renewal form, thanks to mom getting me a copy, but you can do it right in there, no problem.

                            One caveat: CASH or personal CHECK ONLY! No debit or credit cards are accepted. Wish I knew that, as I had to quickly go grab some cash from the nearest ATM, which was a credit union "Calabash" machine that charged me a $2.50 service fee. Ouch.

                            The price is $20 (cash or check) for a 4 year Hawaii state driver's license renewal, or $40 for an 8 year driver's license renewal. By default, they charge you the 8 year renewal, which of course you wanna' do.

                            The line moved fairly quickly, where I stood in line, oh, say about 20 minutes. Thank goodness, as they have signs posted everywhere that clearly states the LAST TRANSACTION will happen at 4pm. So even if you stood in line since 3pm, and you're the last guy, at 4pm, sorry buddy. Come back again.

                            As for proof of identification, you need at least 2 of 3 articles, plus your current picture driver's license: BIRTH CERTIFICATE + SOCIAL SECURITY CARD +/and/or PASSPORT. Any 2 of those three you'll need to bring, which you MUST MAKE SURE they're VALID ORIGINALS. No photo copies of anything. Also, make sure the name on those ID articles match your current name on your Driver's License. So if you had changed your name some time along the line, that needs to jive on all articles. If it doesn't match, chances are you'll be rejected. So, say if your name is Pomaika'i Robert Von Arnswaldt, each ID article must read Pomaika'i Robert Von Arnswaldt. Not Pomaika'i Robert Vonarnswaldt or Robert Pomaikai Von Arnswaldt. Even the okina in your Hawaiian name (if you have one) needs to match. Essentially, YOU have to be YOU.

                            Once your ID articles are approved, all you do is take an eye test. It's pretty easy, but if you know you need correction for reading (like it's REALLY BAD), I highly recommend doing that before going in. They had me read line 4, which is the second to smallest font size, checking both eyes. They also turned on a light, where I had to indicate which side it was coming from to check for peripheral vision. Easy. Fast.

                            After that, pay your $40 cash or check, take your mug shot for your new driver's license, plus a finger print registry, and pau.

                            Note, they no longer issue you your permanent plastic driver's license on the spot, but give you a temporary license which looks exactly how your permanent will look, except it's thin plastic that folds in half for the back side. It has all the same colors and info' as your permanent will look like, except for a watermark that says when your temp' will expire, which is exactly 30 days from the date it was issued. Your permanent new driver's license gets mailed to you in 2 weeks. So keep an eye out for the mail!

                            Also note, your Hawaii State Driver's License number (e.g. H12345678) remains the same as your previous license, as I believe that's tied with your SSN in the system.

                            The design of the Hawaii State Driver's License hasn't changed since I got my last renewal. Same red tone on the top half, with a half rainbow splitting the center, into white below, with your mug shot on the left, and a duplicate smaller shot on the bottom right.

                            So if you get your driver's license renewal this month, if you opt for the eight years, it will be good up until 2/01/21.

                            Or unless an asteroid hits us. That's usually how I feel anytime I need to deal with the DMV. LOL
                            Last edited by Pomai; February 16, 2013, 07:39 AM. Reason: USPS
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                            • #29
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                              My wife tried to renew last October, bringing along her birth certificate and two marriage licenses to document her two name changes. Didn't work, since the person in Kaneohe told her the marriage licenses she had weren't state certified. After sending off to other states for properly certified marriage licenses, she tried again in December, but found that the satellite city hall in Kaneohe no longer renews licenses, so on to the Koolau driver test station on Hui Iwa. No go there, either, because the clerk couldn't seem to find the certification on one of her marriage licenses and also, she needed to get a separate eye test from an optometrist. She got the eye test, and we tried again this month, and finally, finally, she got it renewed. Four months, documents from two other states, an eye test, and four visits to license renewal offices.
                              Greg

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                              • #30
                                Re: HI Driver License Renewal

                                Originally posted by GregLee View Post
                                My wife tried to renew last October, bringing along her birth certificate and two marriage licenses to document her two name changes. Didn't work, since the person in Kaneohe told her the marriage licenses she had weren't state certified. After sending off to other states for properly certified marriage licenses, she tried again in December, but found that the satellite city hall in Kaneohe no longer renews licenses, so on to the Koolau driver test station on Hui Iwa. No go there, either, because the clerk couldn't seem to find the certification on one of her marriage licenses and also, she needed to get a separate eye test from an optometrist. She got the eye test, and we tried again this month, and finally, finally, she got it renewed. Four months, documents from two other states, an eye test, and four visits to license renewal offices.
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