No, for most of the icons it is optional to have the icons displayed on your NY State DMV photo document.
Do you have icons displayed on your NY State DMV photo document ?
no, can I ask something else
how can I get a boating safety icon?
You need to bring your Boating Safety Certificate issued by NY State OPRHP , the United States Coast Guard , the Power Squadron or the United States Sailing Association.
where do I complain if my license with icons hasn't come in?
Has it been more than 2 weeks since you requested your photo document with DEC or Parks?
I think it has been 3 weeks.
You should contact the agency where you placed the order.
can I have my lifetime sporting stuff added to my license?
You can request the icons be added to your DMV photo document in two ways ; online using the New York State website or by visiting a NY State Department of Motor Vehicles office and presenting the required proof.
could I also have an icon removed if I don't want it on there anymore?