Nevada DMV extends due date on expiring documents

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles offices will remain closed during Phase One of the state’s reopening plan.

Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Thursday that under Phase One all state government offices would remain closed.

Because of those directives, Sisolak has given Nevada motorists more time to renew expiring documents, which are now extended for 90 days after the DMV reopens. Previously, the extension was granted for 90 days from the expiration date of the document.

Despite the office closures, DMV online services and kiosks remain open. The DMV encourages customers to use that option when possible, particularly for vehicle registration.

If a motorist’s expiration date falls between the date the DMV closed, March 16, and the date of the DMV’s eventual reopening, they have until 90 days after the reopening to renew. If an expiration date falls within 30 days after reopening, motorists have 60 days after reopening to renew. The extension applies to all DMV-issued credentials documents, including business licenses.

“An expired driver’s license or vehicle registration is one thing no one has to worry about during this closure,” DMV Director Julie Butler said. “The DMV sincerely hopes you stay well for yourself, your family and your friends.”

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