What are penalties for driving without valid vehicle registration?
To lawfully operate a motor vehicle, the motor vehicle must be registered with the appropriate state agency (typically the state’s department of motor vehicles) in the state in which the vehicle is primarily used. Proof of registration in the form license plate tabs or a registration certificate is also generally required. Penalties vary by state and individual circumstances. For example, in many states, the penalty is determined by how long the registration has been expired.
