California Identification Card Program
The California Identification Card (CAL-ID) Program provides a valid CAL-ID to eligible incarcerated individuals upon their release from prison in accordance with California Penal Code Section 3007.05. The purpose of the CAL-ID Program is to streamline access to support services; such as, medical, housing, and right-to-work documents.
Locations
Available at all CDCR institutions.
Program Length
Available within 13 months of release.
Eligibility/Enrollment
In order to be eligible for this program:
- Have no active felony hold, warrant or detainer that may result in additional incarceration following their release date
- Have a Social Security Number (SSN)
- Have been previously issued an Identification Card (ID) or Driver’s License from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)