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Find out how to apply for, renew or replace a drivers license or ID card. New residents and new drivers alike can get info on required documents, fees, drivers education, practice tests and more.
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Learn tips on everything from how to get the best auto insurance rate to how to buy or sell a used car. This driver resource center even includes a guide for relocating and DMV office locations and hours.
Easily access reports, records, laws and legal info online. This section details everything from child car seat laws to DUI laws, from traffic tickets to driving records. Find the answers you need in minutes.
According to state Division of Motor Vehicle (DMV) offices, mopeds and scooters (unlike motorcycles) typically do not exceed 30 miles per... (Read More)
Some of the most dangerous mistakes we make are also the easiest to prevent. Check out these 10 driver mistakes and, if any sound familiar, take the steps now to correct them.
1. Driving un... (Read More)
Back in 1995, the American Automobile Association (AAA) conducted a survey, the results of which showed that 90 percent of drivers claimed to have either been the victim of ... (Read More)
General Guidelines:
A rear-facing safety seat should be used until the child has reached at least 1 year of age and weighs at least 20 pounds. &n... (Read More)
You can inquire on this matter directly by contacting your state’s driver license division.
Or, you can just obtain a copy of your driving history report.
Each state provides ... (Read More)
Usually states provide for more than one way to get a Bill of Sale. All states allow you to order a bill of sale through a third-party provider, while a very few allow you to order one from the DMV ov... (Read More)
The answer depends on where you live, where you got the ticket, the type of ticket, and the current number of points on your driving record.
The Driver License Compact (DLC) is an agreement... (Read More)
It’s unlikely. But, the answer depends on the severity of the circumstances involving your warrant, as well as how the driver’s license division of your new state views your warrant.... (Read More)
You might. Even individuals who haven’t committed an offense may have a warrant issued for them, usually due to a clerical error or a similar unfortunate mistake. You may want to run a ... (Read More)
Just check the grid below to see if your state requires you to have one.
However, even if it doesn’t appear that you need a bill of sale, you may want to inquire with your state&rsquo... (Read More)
If your state requires the owner of a used car to furnish the new buyer with a Bill of Sale, you will also need to know whether the Bill of Sale needs to be notarized in order to be legal. Check our l... (Read More)
It depends on the county or municipality where your ticket was issued. In most cases, failure to pay will initiate a domino effect of legal hassles. Keep in mind that you’re not the first one... (Read More)
MN Personalized Plates, Vanity Plates and License Plates
Before applying for a custom license plate, you'll first need to settle on a license plate number. Before deciding, keep in mind you'... (Read More)
Driving can be dangerous for anyone, but it can be particularly dangerous for elderly drivers due to compromised motor skills, vision, and reaction time. For this reason, ... (Read More)
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