Related Questions from DMV Answers

• Must I return license plates and cancel registration when I move out of state?

  • Registration > License Plates

  Each state maintains different requirements regarding license plates. Some mandate that you must return license plates along with a registration cancellation notice. Others require no notification from the registered owner. See the grid below for state-by-state information.  If you live in a state that does not require surrendering your plates, you're free to keep them as souvenirs. If you don't plan on keeping them, be sure to protect yourself against possible identity theft or criminal involvement by disposing of properly.  ..

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• Do I have to take a motorcycle test to transfer an out-of-state motorcycle license?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Drivers License Test

  If you are relocating to another state with a current motorcycle license from your previous state of residency, you will likely not be required to take a motorcycle test, or a motorcycle safety course. On the other hand, if your drivers license is expired, you could be required to complete a motorcycle riding test, and/or a motorcycle course. Motorcycle Training Contact your local DMV branch for a list of approved motorcycle training courses in your area. You can also take a motorcycle practice test online. Testing Requirements for Motorcycles by State Consult the following grid to determine if a motorcycle test is required in your state. In some states, knowledge tests are given at the discretion of the DMV agent...

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• Am I allowed to drive in other states with an out of state driver permit?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Learners Permit And Drivers Permit

  You’ll see from the grid below that driver permit holders in most states can use their permits to drive in other states. Note, though, that even if your state allows you to use your drivers permit to drive in other states, you should still check with the other states’ learners permit laws. For example, if your state allows you to have a certain number of passengers who are younger than 18 in the vehicle with you, but the other state doesn’t allow it, you could find yourself face-to-face with an understanding police officer – or, you could find yourself with a ticket that could cause problems once it’s time to apply for your full drivers license...

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• Does my state require a snowmobile license?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > Special License

  Each state adheres to its own snowmobiling rules and regulations. So before you and friends hop on your snowmobiles, it's in your best interest to know the rules on registering, titling and whether or not a snowmobile license (a.k.a. drivers license) is required to operate a machine. As is, few states require licensing of any kind, preferring instead to focus on snowmobile safety certificates as an operating prerequisite. And even a smaller few now require carrying liability insurance. For detailed information on rules and regulations, visit your state's DMV Web site. It will either direct you to a specific page, or send you to the state's Parks and Recreation Division. Usually you'll find everything you need to know including fees, forms and the different regulations pertaining to..

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• Can you drive out of state with a learners permit?

  • Drivers License > New Renewal Duplicate > First Time Drivers and Teen Drivers

  "Can you drive out of state with a learners permit?" is one of the most frequently asked questions. It's also a tricky question to answer. For while just about every state allows its permit drivers to operate a vehicle without border restrictions (see grid below), there are other factors that come into play. Just because your home state allows you to cross into other states with your permit, doesn't mean that the state you are driving into will accept you driving in their state. The grid below shows only whether your home state allows you to cross into another state while holding a drivers permit. Currently six states (New Hampshire, Arizona, Hawaii, Vermont, Pennsylvania and South Carolina) and the District of Columbia ban permit drivers from other states. And several others will not..

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