Chapter 9 Vehicle information Vehicle Information p 73

Chapter 9 Vehicle information

Vehicle Information p. 73 CCS-2. 2 -B, C • NJ motorists must title and register each vehicle before legally driving on public roads • Registration and insurance documents must always be available to law enforcement • New state residents must complete registering and titling vehicle within 60 days of moving to NJ or before current registration expires.

Registration Renewal p. 74 • MVC mails registration renewal notices at least 2 months in advance of expiration dates • If renewal does not come by mail, renew at MVC • All forms can be obtained at: www. njmvconline. gov • You must be at least 17 to register a vehicle

License Plates p. 75 • Must have 2 plates on your vehicle • Front & Back plates must be at least 12 inches from the ground and no higher than 48 inches • The rear plate must be lit at night and visible from 50 feet • Obscuring any lettering could result in a fine of up to $200 • Lost or stolen should be immediately reported to local police • Replace plates within 24 hours • Out of use plates should be returned MVC and ask for a receipt

Probationary Driver Licences Plate • 1 tag on the Upper Left hand corner on the front and back of your vehicle

Vehicle Inspection p. 77 • New vehicles manufactured after 2000 do not require inspection for 4 yrs • After initial 4 yrs you must inspect every 2 yrs • When you move to NJ from another state, you must inspect within 14 days after registering • Driving a vehicle with an expired sticker may result in fines between $100 and $200, and or imprisonment for up to 30 days. Registration privileges may also be revoked

Insurance p. 79 CCS-2. 2 -B • All cars in NJ must be insured for liability • Insurance card must be made available for law enforcement officials • Driving uninsured can result in fines, community service, license suspension and insurance surcharges