There are 4 criteria for using this form. Please use the following checklist to see if you are eligible to apply with a DS-82:
can submit my most recent passport AND
I was at least 16 years old when my most recent passport was issued AND
I was issued my most recent passport in the last 15 years AND
I use the same name as on my most recent passport or since my passport was issued, I have had my named changed by marriage or court order and can submit proper documentation to reflect my name-change.
Your most recent passport was issued more than 15 years ago or
Your most recent passport was lost or stolen. (If you are applying because your most recent, valid passport was lost or stolen, you will also need to submit Form DS-64.)