Temporary tags for new vehicle purchases

A temporary tag, valid for up to 60 days, may be issued when requested within 90 days of the purchase of a vehicle. If taxes have not been paid, the County collects the taxes when a permit is issued.

One or more of the following documents will be required to obtain a temporary tag:

• Original title properly signed
• Copy of the title to prove ownership with original notarized bill of sale
• Pink temp slip from a dealer or your copy of the dealer paperwork
• Letter from the bank or dealer indicating a problem with the lien or paperwork

Temporary tags due to expired registration

If a vehicle fails an emissions test, a 10-day temporary tag may be issued. The failed emissions test report is required to obtain a temporary tag.

Owners of vehicles with expired, out-of-state registration, may request a 10-day temporary tag for the purpose of obtaining a VIN inspection and/or emissions test.

Special circumstances

Temporary tags may be issued for a number of other circumstances, please contact the Motor Vehicle Office for more information.

Late Fees

Beginning June 1, 2009 a late fee of $25 will be assessed each month (not to exceed $100) for expired temporary permits. Temporary permits do not have an expiration grace period.