Born one name, lived under another without being legally changed

   Don't you just love what a hassle it is for a decent, law abiding citizen to get a driver's license?  Since the problem is that your birth certificate was wrong (or right, but your mom and step dad did their own name change) then it is probably "easiest" if you petition to change your name from your birth last name to the last name you grew up with (and, I believe is on all your pertinent documents).  In that petition you would have a right to get your birth certificate changed, and then you could use the new birth certificate to satisfy the  DMV.   You do not mention if you have another last name now, but, I am assuming you are still traveling under the last name you have used since age 5.  Then this will work.    There are forms available on line for you to try this on your own.  I had a client who wanted to do this once, but threw up his hands in frustration and then asked me to do it.  Give it a try...if you have enough time before your license expires.  if not, contact an attorney in your area who can assist you. Best wishes, Cindy S. Vova Law Office of Cindy S. Vova, P.A. 8551 West Sunrise Blvd. Suite 301 Plantation, FL 33322 info@vovalaw.com 954-316-3496