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• If I just bought a car, how long do I have to file for my car registration?

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  It all depends on your state of residence. Each motor vehicle office imposes its own timeline for vehicle registration (see grid below). Some states impose late car registration fees. The amount again depends on state. Oregon's late fees, for example, range from $25 to $50. So it's in your best interest to know your state's registration timeline before purchasing a vehicle. This way you'll know beforehand if you're on the clock, as they say, to file registration forms. If your time is tight, keep in mind that most states require registering in person at a DMV office or sub-station. Of course, if you purchased this car from a dealership you won't have to worry. Dealerships generally, by rule, will file car registration papers for you. To play it safe, however, it's always wise to confirm..

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• Is motorcycle registration the same as vehicle registration for a car?

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  Registering Motorcycles, Mopeds, and Scooters Across the States Motorcycle registration requirements vary with each state, but in most instances you'll find that motorcycle registration is no different than car registration. You must provide all of the basic documents: Proof of identity (exact documents vary by state). Proof of ownership (usually this means the title or a Manufacturer Certificate of Origin). Proof of insurance. Payment of all applicable fees. If you reside in a state with emissions testing you may have to provide proof of passing an inspection before you can enjoy motorcycle riding. The key word is "may." Illinois, for example, mandates smog check requirements in certain counties but motorcycle, moped, and scooter owners are exempt from having their bikes tested. Of..

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• What is the car registration fee in California?

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  California Car Registration Fees There is no way to tell exactly how much you will pay the first time you register car in California, until you go into the DMV office and get it completely figured out. The state has many fees in effect. The basic vehicle registration fee in California is $34, but the state tacks on additional fees. The other fees are based on: Where you live in CA. The type of vehicle you have; this fee is the Vehicle License Fee (VLF). Expect to pay more for a newer vehicle. Whether you order special license plates, such as a vanity plate or limited edition plates. VLF The VLF is used instead of taking a property tax on the vehicle. To calculate the VLF, the DMV takes into consideration the age and make of a vehicle. The CA DMV Web site has a fee calculator; this is the..

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• How do I obtain duplicate CA car registration to replace one that is lost or damaged?

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  Vehicle Registration Duplicates To replace the car registration: Complete the Application for Replacement Plates, Stickers, Documents (REG 156) . You can get it from either the CA DMV Web site or a DMV office. Have a check or money order ready to pay the $18 duplicate California registration fee. You may either bring the form and money into a DMV office (make an appointment) or mail it to: Department of Motor VehiclesP.O. Box 942869Sacramento, CA 94269-0001 Register Car on Time If your vehicle registration is close to expiration, make sure to complete the DMV registration before it’s due. California begins assessing late fees for a car registration on the first day it's late, and the fees keep climbing..

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• What is the car registration fee in Texas?

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  Car registration fees vary based on your county and your vehicle, but basic register car fees include a local fee and a DMV registration fee. The Local Fee Texas law allows each county tax office to collect a local fee, which is usually between $5 and $11.50, depending on the county. The DMV Registration Fee The TX DMV registration fee depends on your vehicle. Registration for regular passenger cars costs anywhere from $25-$58.50, and a motorcycle or moped will set you back $30.30 each year. If you drive a light passenger truck, your fee is based on the truck’s weight.and will be anywhere from $29.70 to $64.90. Additional Vehicle Registration Fees Vehicle registration and registration renewal fees aren’t the only fees you’ll have to pony up, though.  Each vehicle in..

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