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How long do I have until my car registration expires?
I just got my first car and am curious about how long my car registration lasts. How long do I have until my car registration expires?
Will Baldwin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Welcome to car ownership! Something you’ll learn quickly in car ownership is the answer often depends on your specific circumstances.
In most states, you have to renew your registration every year. However, in some, you have up to five years. While it’s best to err on the side of caution and renew as early as possible, you can also reach out to your DMV to check the time frame in your specific state.
Whatever they say, make sure you follow through as driving with an unregistered or expired vehicle is
very risky
.And, if you want help insuring your first vehicle, the
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