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Individuals – Temporary Tag

(Also See Dealers/Dealership Temporary Tag Processing)

Temporary Tags are valid for 45 days and are only issued for the purpose of getting a vehicle inspected and registered. Only one (1) temporary tag is issued to be displayed on the rear of the vehicle (exceptions are considered).

To obtain Temporary Tags, the following must be submitted:


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