Gov. Josh Stein signed into law Tuesday legislation that enables motorists to renew their driver's license a second consecutive time via a remote method.

Senate Bill 245 cleared the legislature during the second extra session last week. It is designed to offer motorists another potential time-saving option rather than wait in line at the local N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles office.

“This law will enable more people to renew their driver's license online," Stein said in a statement. "It will also strengthen the state’s ability to protect against cyber threats.”

Remote renewals involve mail, telephone, electronic device or other secured method approved by the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles.

The bill does not allow a second consecutive online renewal to motorists with a REAL ID license.

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