Practical and immediate
How do I cancel their driver's license?
Short answer
Notify the California DMV. You can do this in person or by mail with a death certificate. This helps prevent identity theft.
What this usually means
Notify the California DMV. You can do this in person or by mail with a death certificate. This helps prevent identity theft.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.