Temporary permits are issued to allow time for the vehicle owner to operate the vehicle while obtaining the required documentation to complete title and/or registration processes on their vehicle.
Temporary Permits
Private Party Purchases
Dealership Purchases
Additional Information
A temporary tag or permit is a paper license plate which may be issued for up to 60 days for a fee of $7.03 plus applicable sales taxes on a cash transaction. See sales tax information.
The documents listed below will be required:
- Identification (secure and verifiable) of Owner or designated power of attorney
- Anyone other than a named owner must present a completed and notarized DR2175 Power of Attorney or applicable power of attorney document
- Vehicle title must be properly assigned
- Copy of the title to prove ownership with a bill of sale
- Valid proof of insurance for vehicle being issued temporary tag or permit
Note: Temporaries expire at midnight on the date shown as there is no grace or extension period offered and late fees may apply.
Please visit our website for more information on purchasing a vehicle.
Temporary tags or permits issued by dealers are one-time permits. In the event of a problem with the title, lien, or other paperwork, a 30-day extension may be issued at one of our locations.
Extensions on dealer issued temporary tags
To get an extension on a dealer-issued temporary tag or permit, the following are required:
- Identification (secure and verifiable) of Owner or designated power of attorney
- Anyone other than a named owner must present a completed and notarized DR2175 Power of Attorney or applicable power of attorney document
- A letter from the bank or dealer indicating a problem with the lien or paperwork
- A temporary slip issued by the dealer or your copy of the dealer paperwork
Temporaries expire at midnight on the date shown as there is no grace or extension period offered and late fees may apply.
Note: If you do not receive a Title Complete Notice within 7-10 days prior to the expiration of your temporary, please call our office or check the status of your title paperwork online.
The fee for a temporary permit or tag includes sales tax and late fees (if applicable).
For reasons other than noted above must be discussed with staff directly.
Attach the temporary in the rear license plate area.
Please do not use a license plate frame with the temporary as vehicle information may not be accessible.
Note: Temporaries expire at midnight on the date shown as there is no grace or extension period offered and late fees may apply.
