Enjoy living in New York! Violations (and points) typically move with a driver after they move states.
Most states have an agreement to share driving convictions. This ensures that a dangerous driver doesn’t move to their state and, in the process, avoids dealing with their moving violations. The states that don’t share this information are Massachusetts
, Michigan
, Georgia
, Tennessee
, and Wisconsin
. Here are some moving tips that all drivers relocating to a new state should know:
You’ll have to change your driver’s license and car registration.
Change your documents within the time limit of your new state. This varies per state.
To change your driver’s license, you’ll need to go to your local DMV, present the required documents, and pay the fee, which is usually between $30-$60.
While the documents you need depend on the specific state requirements, you will typically need to present the following:
Your driver’s license from your old state
ID (birth certificate or passport)
Proof of social security number
Proof of your new residency (lease agreement, etc…)
While it’s not required by any state, moving is the ideal time to review your car insurance costs
. You want to make sure your policy reflects the minimum insurance requirements and offers relevant protection. Jerry
, the car insurance comparison super app, lets you easily review your policy and comparison shop for new coverage. The Jerry app is a free insurance comparison tool that searches its network and pulls customized quotes and cheaper rates. When it comes time to change providers, Jerry’s team of insurance experts will take care of the paperwork and phone calls. Users save an average of nearly $900 annually.