To avoid long lines, you can reserve a DMV appointment online ahead of time. Most DMV offices are open 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, closing on weekends and holidays.

She requested an appointment for a name change on a license and registration, something that has to be done in-person at a DMV location. There was one appointment available at 2:00 p.m. in Putnam ...