On May 7, 2025, a Real ID will be required to board commercial airplanes or enter certain federal buildings.  In order to obtain a Real ID, you may be required to present documentation to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles which provide evidence of any changes to your name.  Acceptable documents may include Adoption papers, Marriage License, Divorce Decree or other Court orders.  In order to obtain these documents, you should contact the Clerk of the Court of the county where such actions were filed.

For more information from the BMV regarding the Real ID, please visit the following website:  https://www.in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/real-id-overview/

For copies of records in Allen County, please follow the instructions on the following website: https://allencoclerk.us/obtain-copies-of-records/cost-how-to-request-records/