Just a quick update.

I went to the RMV this morning. Very nice desk person. But. No appointment. No license renewal.

I was referred to the help number. After 3 minutes of recorded messages I was able to connect to the license line. While on hold it played - "Representatives will not be able to assist you in making a license appointment." hmmm..

It's just weird to think that since I'm going to need my car I'm going to be breaking the law in a day or so. I keep thinking. This is not like a fishing license. Yes. Of course, to those that will point out that I had plenty of time if I had paid attention. Yes. It's my fault.

I see where the advantages are in this for the staff. No chaos at the RMV. The one I went to was quiet and organized. It felt like a well run doctor where you get there and don't have to wait for 2 hrs. That's all good.

Still - I'm thinking. Official policy is no same day service. And... I need my car. So I drive illegally and if I get pulled over it's up to the police to let it go or charge me. They could at least officially say that if you have a scheduled appointment you will be issued a warning.

This situation just doesn't seem right to me

I have heard conflicting information about people cancelling appointments so that they come available. I'll give that a shot.

This is going to be the last I comment on this.

Thanks for all the feedback.

It's not the realID thing. I'm not sure what triggered it, but I have to do the in-person thing. It might be I hit my limit on renewing online and need a new picture.

Thanks. I'll give this a shot.

I'm also going to try just showing up.

I can't get my head around that they'd put you in this sort of situation of a long wait without allowing for a grace period for dolts like me.