<prompt> Human: Ive been homeless, a combination of real homeless, and crashing on couches homeless, for about two years, in that time my drivers license expired, and my birth certificate and social security card were stolen along with other stuff. I have court fees related to my car which is now gone, and my license even if valid is suspended. I just got a job and am looking to get myself together, but all this bureaucracy, I dont even know where to start. It seems like to get any ID you have to already have ID. I feel stuck in a hole I cant get out of. Edit: Thanks for the help guys. I ordered my birth certificate and will get my social security card when I can. Im staying at a friends for now. Im in NY if that helps. It really means a lot that there are people out there willing to help and give advice. Assistant: Okay so the first thing you need to do is get your birth certificate. In most cases you can order this online without needing to show identification. You do need to know what information is on the bc to order it. After that, we would need to know what state you are in to go any further.Human: Thanks! I was able to order that. Im in NY if that helps. I guess Ill have to get a social security card after that, and then from there a state ID. Then I guess I just have to save up enough money to pay off my fines. Which, is easier said than done.  <response>: Good luck, man. Remember, hard work and the effort of saving money will get you back on your feet in no time. Life will always throw some more punches your way but keep going! 